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Paneth Cell Secretion: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference

Regulated exocytosis of defensin granules in response to microbial signals. This antimicrobial peptide demonstrates activity against pathogens and is studied...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview

Regulated exocytosis of defensin granules in response to microbial signals.

Structure

PropertyValue
NamePaneth Cell Secretion

Mechanism of Action

Microbial sensing triggers vesicular exocytosis releasing defensins into intestinal lumen.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NamePaneth Cell Secretion
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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