Peptide Interactions intermediate
Oxytocin Intramolecular (Disulfide Bond)
Comprehensive reference for Oxytocin Intramolecular (Disulfide Bond), a peptide compound with applications in research and therapeutics.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
peptide-interactions peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Oxytocin Intramolecular (Disulfide Bond) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Oxytocin Intramolecular (Disulfide Bond) |
| Sequence | CYIQNCPLG (disulfide bridge: Cys1-Cys6) |
| Length | 9 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1007.2 Da |
| Category | Neurohypophysial peptide |
Mechanism of Action
Gq-coupled; activates PLC, IP3, Ca2+ release; also Gi in some tissues
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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