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Methionine-Enkephalin: Neuropeptide in Neuroscience Refer...

Endogenous opioid with delta-selectivity and roles in pain and reward. This neuropeptide is involved in neurological signaling and is studied for its roles i...

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enkephalin opioid delta-receptor

Overview

Endogenous opioid with delta-selectivity and roles in pain and reward.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameMethionine-Enkephalin

Mechanism of Action

Pentapeptide YGGFM with delta-opioid selectivity and immune modulatory effects.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameMethionine-Enkephalin
CategoryNeuropeptides

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