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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Human Alpha-Defensin 6: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference

Paneth cell defensin with synergistic antimicrobial activity with HD-5. This antimicrobial peptide demonstrates activity against pathogens and is studied for...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
defensin paneth-cell intestinal

Overview

Paneth cell defensin with synergistic antimicrobial activity with HD-5.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameHuman Alpha-Defensin 6

Mechanism of Action

Co-secreted with HD-5 providing synergistic antimicrobial coverage in intestinal crypts.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameHuman Alpha-Defensin 6
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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