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Opioid Peptide Radioligands

Radiolabeled opioid peptides for receptor imaging and binding studies.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Opioid Peptide Radioligands

Overview

Radiolabeled opioid peptides for receptor imaging and binding studies.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Peptide Radioligands

Mechanism of Action

Tritium and iodine-labeled peptides enable receptor autoradiography and PET imaging.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Peptide Radioligands
CategoryNeuropeptides

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