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Parathyroid Hormone Family Peptides
Overview of PTH family peptides including PTH and PTHrP in calcium homeostasis and bone metabolism.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
pth calcium bone peptide-family
Overview
PTH Family Peptides regulate calcium and phosphate homeostasis and bone metabolism.
Key Members
- PTH: Primary regulator of calcium homeostasis
- PTHrP: Parathyroid hormone-related peptide in development
- Tuberoinfundibular peptide: Neuromodulatory function
Clinical Significance
PTH analogs are used therapeutically for osteoporosis treatment.
References
- Source: ENCP Peptide Database
- Category: Peptide Families
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