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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Oyster Defensin Cg-Defh1

Hemocyte defensin from Pacific oyster with antibacterial activity.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
defensin antimicrobial bivalve

Oyster Defensin Cg-Defh1

Overview

Hemocyte defensin from Pacific oyster with antibacterial activity.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOyster Defensin Cg-Defh1

Mechanism of Action

Defensin expressed in hemocytes provides systemic antimicrobial defense in oysters.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOyster Defensin Cg-Defh1
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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