Therapeutic Peptides Expanded intermediate
Laronidase: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Laronidase, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
therapeutic-peptides-expanded peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Laronidase is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Laronidase |
| Sequence | Recombinant human alpha-L-iduronidase |
| Length | ~628 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | ~83 kDa (glycosylated) |
| Category | Rare Disease / Enzyme Replacement Therapy |
Mechanism of Action
Enzyme replacement; provides alpha-L-iduronidase to degrade glycosaminoglycans
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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