Taeniophygin-1 |
TAF |
KAEWKSLGEEAWHSK |
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This peptide (QPKRSCRGHCSRTCGKGEREEHTEDCGGMHCCLTHRKR), encoded in the genome of zebra finches (Taeniopygia guttata), has been identified by Gong et al (2010) through sequence databank searches. The peptide, related to Beta-Defensins, has been grouped as a member of the ovodefensin family of proteins. It is not known whether the peptide plays a role in host defense as direct antibacterial activity has not been demonstrated.
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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