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Orexin A: Neuropeptide in Neuroscience Reference

Hypothalamic neuropeptide promoting wakefulness and energy homeostasis. This neuropeptide is involved in neurological signaling and is studied for its roles ...

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orexin wakefulness hypothalamus

Overview

Hypothalamic neuropeptide promoting wakefulness and energy homeostasis.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOrexin A

Mechanism of Action

Orexin neurons in lateral hypothalamus stabilize wakefulness through widespread projections.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOrexin A
CategoryNeuropeptides

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