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Erabutoxin: Structure, Function, and Significance
Erabutoxins are three-finger toxins from sea snake venom that block neuromuscular junction acetylcholine receptors.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | erabutoxin |
| Type | Erabutoxin |
| Source | Laticauda semifasciata |
| Sequence | LICNCDNDYCEYTS |
| Molecular Weight | 1552.7 Da |
Description
Erabutoxins are three-finger toxins from sea snake venom that block neuromuscular junction acetylcholine receptors.
Biological Function
Erabutoxins are three-finger toxins from sea snake venom that block neuromuscular junction acetylcholine receptors.
Research Significance
This erabutoxin has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “erabutoxin” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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