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DEFB8

Gene
Defb8
Protein
Beta-defensin 8
Organism
Mus musculus
Length
60 amino acids
Function
A synthetic peptide displays antimicrobial activities against S.aureus, P.aeruginosa, E.coli and B.cepacia. The antimicrobial activity against S.aureus, E.coli and B.cepacia is reduced in raised concentration of NaCl, but its action against P.aeruginosa is independent of NaCl concentration.
Similarity
Belongs to the beta-defensin family.
Mass
6.76 kDa
Sequence
MRIHYLLFTFLLVLLSPLAAFSQKINEPVSCIRNGGICQYRCIGLRHKIGTCGSPFKCCK

Gene
DEFB8
Protein
Beta-defensin 8
Organism
Bos taurus
Length
38 amino acids
Function
Has bactericidal activity. Active against E.coli ML35 and S.aureus 502A.
Similarity
Belongs to the beta-defensin family.
Mass
4.359 kDa
Sequence
VRNFVTCRINRGFCVPIRCPGHRRQIGTCLGPQIKCCR