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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Human Alpha-Defensin 5

Intestinal Paneth cell defensin maintaining gut microbiome homeostasis.

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Human Alpha-Defensin 5

Overview

Intestinal Paneth cell defensin maintaining gut microbiome homeostasis.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameHuman Alpha-Defensin 5

Mechanism of Action

Secreted into intestinal lumen shaping commensal microbiota composition and preventing pathogen colonization.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameHuman Alpha-Defensin 5
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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