Peptide Hormones intermediate
Follistatin: Receptor Pharmacology Reference
Follistatin is a protein with important roles in biological systems. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activity, structure-activity ...
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
follistatin peptide receptor signaling
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Follistatin |
| Source | Multiple tissues |
| Sequence | 344 aa |
| Molecular Weight | 38000 Da |
Mechanism of Action
Neutralizes activin, BMP, TGF-β
Receptor
- Receptor: Activin A (binding)
Clinical Significance
Fibrosis, muscle growth
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “Follistatin” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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