Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Human Beta-Defensin 3: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Potent inducible defensin with broad-spectrum activity and chemokine function recruiting immune cells. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biolog...
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defensin antimicrobial chemokine
Overview
Potent inducible defensin with broad-spectrum activity and chemokine function recruiting immune cells.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Human Beta-Defensin 3 |
Mechanism of Action
Dual function as antimicrobial agent and CCR6 ligand recruiting immature dendritic cells.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Human Beta-Defensin 3 |
| Category | Antimicrobial Peptides |
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