2mit | pdb_00002mit
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Solution structure of oxidized dimeric form of human defensin 5
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Structural highlights
FunctionDEF5_HUMAN Has antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Defensins are thought to kill microbes by permeabilizing their plasma membrane. All DEFA5 peptides exert antimicrobial activities, but their potency is affected by peptide processing.[1] [2] [3] See AlsoReferences
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