Neuropeptides intermediate
Nociceptin/Orphanin FQ: Neuropeptide in Neuroscience Refe...
Nociceptin/Orphanin FQ, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
neuropeptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Nociceptin/Orphanin FQ is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Nociceptin/Orphanin FQ |
| Sequence | FGGFTGARKSARKLANQ |
| Length | 17 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1809.1 Da |
| Category | Opioid-related peptide |
Mechanism of Action
Gi/Go-coupled; inhibits adenylyl cyclase, modulates ion channels
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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