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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Human Cathelicidin hCAP18

Precursor protein of LL-37 with antimicrobial and immunomodulatory functions.

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cathelicidin antimicrobial precursor

Human Cathelicidin hCAP18

Overview

Precursor protein of LL-37 with antimicrobial and immunomodulatory functions.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameHuman Cathelicidin hCAP18

Mechanism of Action

hCAP18 is cleaved by proteinase 3 releasing active LL-37 antimicrobial domain.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameHuman Cathelicidin hCAP18
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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