Virotoxins: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Virotoxins, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Virotoxins is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Amanita virosa (Destroying Angel).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Virotoxins |
| Length | 7 amino acids | | Molecular Weight | 878.0 Da (average) | | Source | Amanita virosa (Destroying Angel) | | Category | Fungal Cyclopeptide / Toxin |
Mechanism of Action
Similar to phalloidin; stabilizes actin filaments, disrupts cytoskeletal dynamics
Bioactivity
Hepatotoxic, causes hepatocyte necrosis
Therapeutic Potential
Research tools for actin biology
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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