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Sarafotoxin: Structure, Function, and Significance
Sarafotoxins are potent vasoconstrictor peptides from burrowing asp venom, structurally similar to endothelins.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | sarafotoxin |
| Type | Sarafotoxin |
| Source | Atractaspis engaddensis |
| Sequence | CSDWDEICPLWYKT |
| Molecular Weight | 1623.8 Da |
Description
Sarafotoxins are potent vasoconstrictor peptides from burrowing asp venom, structurally similar to endothelins.
Biological Function
Sarafotoxins are potent vasoconstrictor peptides from burrowing asp venom, structurally similar to endothelins.
Research Significance
This sarafotoxin has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “sarafotoxin” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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