Presynaptic neurotoxin (spider venom) intermediate
α-Latrotoxin
Comprehensive reference for α-Latrotoxin, a peptide compound with applications in research and therapeutics.
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presynaptic-neurotoxin-(spider-venom) peptide oligopeptide
Overview
α-Latrotoxin is a peptide compound with applications in research and therapeutics.
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | α-Latrotoxin |
| Sequence | 1581 aa (monomer; active as tetramer) |
| Length | 37 amino acids |
| Category | Presynaptic neurotoxin (spider venom) |
Structure
α-Latrotoxin belongs to the Presynaptic neurotoxin (spider venom) class of peptides. Its structure and properties make it suitable for various research and therapeutic applications.
Applications
α-Latrotoxin has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Biomedical research
- Drug discovery
- Diagnostic applications
- Therapeutic development
References
- Source: toxin-peptides.md
- Database: Wikipept Peptide Database
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