Peptide Hormones intermediate
Irisin: Structure, Function, and Significance
Irisin is a myokine released during exercise that promotes browning of white adipose tissue and increases energy expenditure.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
irisin irisin peptide-hormones muscle
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | irisin |
| Type | Irisin |
| Source | Muscle |
| Sequence | FNIPQPNFW |
| Molecular Weight | 1128.3 Da |
Description
Irisin is a myokine released during exercise that promotes browning of white adipose tissue and increases energy expenditure.
Biological Function
Irisin is a myokine released during exercise that promotes browning of white adipose tissue and increases energy expenditure.
Research Significance
This irisin has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “irisin” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
Test Your Knowledge
Reinforce what you learned about Irisin: Structure, Function, and Significance with interactive quizzes on Wikipept.
Take a Quiz on Wikipept