Neuropeptides intermediate
Vasopressin (AVP): Neuropeptide in Neuroscience Reference
Vasopressin (AVP), a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
neuropeptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Vasopressin (AVP) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Vasopressin (AVP) |
| Sequence | CYFQNCPRG (disulfide bridge: Cys1-Cys6) |
| Length | 9 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1084.2 Da |
| Category | Neurohypophysial peptide |
Mechanism of Action
Gq-coupled (V1a/V1b); Gs-coupled (V2); PLC or adenylyl cyclase
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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