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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

PropertyValue
NameNociceptin/Orphanin FQ
SequenceFGGFTGARKSARKLANQ
Length17 amino acids
Molecular Weight1809.1 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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