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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Human Alpha-Defensin 1

Neutrophil granule defensin with disulfide-stabilized structure for bactericidal activity.

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Human Alpha-Defensin 1

Overview

Neutrophil granule defensin with disulfide-stabilized structure for bactericidal activity.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameHuman Alpha-Defensin 1

Mechanism of Action

Three intramolecular disulfide bonds create rigid beta-sheet structure enabling membrane disruption.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameHuman Alpha-Defensin 1
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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