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Pancreatic Polypeptide: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Pancreatic Polypeptide, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
mammalian-peptides peptide oligopeptide

Overview

Pancreatic Polypeptide is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Mammalian (widely conserved).

Structure

PropertyValue
NamePancreatic Polypeptide
SequenceAPLEPVYPGDNATPEQMAQYAAELRRYINMLTRPRY
Length36 amino acids
Molecular Weight4230.8 Da
SourceMammalian (widely conserved)
CategoryMammalian Neuropeptide

Mechanism of Action

Released by vagal stimulation and meals, acts on Y4 receptors to reduce appetite and gastric secretion

Bioactivity

Anorexigenic, inhibits pancreatic secretion, slows gut motility

Therapeutic Potential

Obesity therapeutics, appetite suppressants, metabolic regulation

References

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

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