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Lactoferricin B: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Lactoferricin B, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
food-peptides peptide oligopeptide

Overview

Lactoferricin B is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Bos taurus (Cattle).

Structure

PropertyValue
NameLactoferricin B
SequenceFKCRRWQWRMKKLGAPSITCVRRAF
Length25 amino acids
Molecular Weight3133.8 Da
SourceBos taurus (Cattle)
CategoryBovine Antimicrobial

Mechanism of Action

Disulfide-bridged peptide from lactoferrin, membrane disruption and intracellular ROS generation

Bioactivity

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, anticancer, anti-inflammatory

Therapeutic Potential

Cancer therapy, anti-infective, immunomodulator, food preservative

References

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

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