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Echinococcus Peptides: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Echinococcus Peptides, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
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Overview
Echinococcus Peptides is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Echinococcus granulosus, E. multilocularis.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Echinococcus Peptides |
| Sequence | Including antigen B, antigen 5, laminin-binding peptides |
| Length | 10-200 amino acids (varies) |
| Molecular Weight | 1000-25000 Da |
| Source | Echinococcus granulosus, E. multilocularis |
| Category | Flatworm Parasitic / Tapeworm |
Mechanism of Action
Complement inhibition, immunomodulation of Th1/Th2 balance, laminin binding for tissue adhesion
Bioactivity
Hydatid cyst formation, immune evasion, host tissue invasion
Therapeutic Potential
Serodiagnostic markers, vaccine candidates, antiparasitic drug targets
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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