Gallinacins |
Gallus anti morte-1 |
Wwamides |
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Gallopavin-1 is a protein of 59 amino acids identified by Zhao et al (2001) in turkey (Meleagris gallopavo). The protein is related to chicken Gallinacin-3 and belongs to the class of antimicrobial epithelial Beta-Defensins.
For other proteins/peptides with functions in innate immunity and/or antimicrobial activities see also: Innate immunity and defense peptides Dictionary.
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