Salmon Somatolactin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Salmon Somatolactin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Salmon Somatolactin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Salmon (Oncorhynchus spp.).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Salmon Somatolactin |
| Sequence | Single-chain hormone related to GH and PRL |
| Length | 209 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 24,000 Da |
| Source | Salmon (Oncorhynchus spp.) |
| Category | Fish Peptide Hormone |
Mechanism of Action
Regulates pigmentation via melanosome dispersion; modulates lipid metabolism and stress responses
Bioactivity
Background adaptation, pigmentation regulation, metabolic control, stress response
Therapeutic Potential
Pigmentation disorder research, aquaculture color management, stress physiology studies
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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