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Parathyroid Hormone Family Peptides

Overview of PTH family peptides including PTH and PTHrP in calcium homeostasis and bone metabolism. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biologica...

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameParathyroid Hormone Family Peptides
CategoryPeptide Families

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