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Mast cell degranulating: Structure, Function, and Significance

Mast cell degranulating peptide (MCDP) from bee venom triggers histamine release from mast cells through a non-IgE mechanism.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
Peptide Namemast-cell-degranulating
TypeMCD peptide
SourceApis mellifera
SequenceGFFALIPKIISSPLPKTLLSGVT
Molecular Weight2548 Da

Description

Mast cell degranulating peptide (MCDP) from bee venom triggers histamine release from mast cells through a non-IgE mechanism.

Biological Function

Mast cell degranulating peptide (MCDP) from bee venom triggers histamine release from mast cells through a non-IgE mechanism.

Research Significance

This mcd peptide has been studied for its potential applications in:

  • Drug development
  • Biotechnology
  • Biomaterials
  • Therapeutics

References

  1. Encyclopeptide Database. “mast-cell-degranulating” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.

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