Venom Peptides intermediate
GsMTx 4
GsMTx-4 is a spider venom peptide with specific ion channel or receptor blocking properties.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
GsMTx-4 spider toxin venom-peptides
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | GsMTx-4 |
| Type | Spider toxin |
| Source | Spider |
| Molecular Weight | 6451 Da |
Description
GsMTx-4 is a spider venom peptide with specific ion channel or receptor blocking properties.
Biological Function
This spider toxin plays important roles in:
- Physiological regulation
- Therapeutic potential
- Research applications
Research Significance
GsMTx-4 has been studied extensively for its:
- Mechanism of action
- Structure-activity relationships
- Clinical applications
- Drug development potential
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “GsMTx-4” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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