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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Human Beta-Defensin 4: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference

Neutrophil-derived defensin with antimicrobial and wound healing functions at mucosal surfaces. This antimicrobial peptide demonstrates activity against path...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
defensin antimicrobial wound-healing

Overview

Neutrophil-derived defensin with antimicrobial and wound healing functions at mucosal surfaces.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameHuman Beta-Defensin 4

Mechanism of Action

Expressed in neutrophils and epithelial cells contributing to wound healing through angiogenesis.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameHuman Beta-Defensin 4
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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