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Melanostatin: Structure, Function, and Significance
Melanostatin (MSH release-inhibiting factor) is a tripeptide that inhibits melanocyte-stimulating hormone release.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | melanostatin |
| Type | Tripeptide |
| Source | Hypothalamus |
| Sequence | Pro-Leu-Gly-NH2 |
| Molecular Weight | 293.4 Da |
Description
Melanostatin (MSH release-inhibiting factor) is a tripeptide that inhibits melanocyte-stimulating hormone release.
Biological Function
Melanostatin (MSH release-inhibiting factor) is a tripeptide that inhibits melanocyte-stimulating hormone release.
Research Significance
This tripeptide has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “melanostatin” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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