Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Tachystatin
Chitin-binding antimicrobial protein from horseshoe crab providing innate defense against fungi.
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Tachystatin
Overview
Chitin-binding antimicrobial protein from horseshoe crab providing innate defense against fungi.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Tachystatin |
Mechanism of Action
Chitin-binding domain targets fungal cell wall components for antifungal activity.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Tachystatin |
| Category | Antimicrobial Peptides |
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