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Piscidin 3: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Piscidin 3, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
fish-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Piscidin 3 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Hybrid striped bass (Morone saxatilis x M. chrysops).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Piscidin 3 |
| Sequence | FIHHIHRGIVHAGRSIHRLVTG |
| Length | 22 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 2566.9 Da |
| Source | Hybrid striped bass (Morone saxatilis x M. chrysops) |
| Category | Fish Antimicrobial |
Mechanism of Action
Dual mechanism: membrane disruption and intracellular target binding; translocates into cells
Bioactivity
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial with reduced hemolytic activity compared to piscidin 1
Therapeutic Potential
Systemic antimicrobial therapy, reduced toxicity therapeutics
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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