Oxytocin

Description:

Oxytocin (OXT) is a 9-amino acid peptide that is synthesized primarily in the hypothalamic neurons. It plays a major part for uterine contractility and the induction of labor. OXT is also involved in complex social behaviors.

Sequence:

CYIQNCPLG-NH₂ (Disulfide bridge: 1-6)

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Name	Oxytocin
Category	Oxytocins, Vasopressins, and Related Peptides
One Letter Code	CYIQNCPLG-NH₂ (Disulfide bridge: 1-6)
Three Letter Code	{Cys}{Tyr}{Ile}{Gln}{Asn}{Cys}{Pro}{Leu}{Gly}-NH₂ (Disulfide bridge: 1-6) (Disulfide bridge: 1-6)
Molecular Weight	1007.200
Application	Pituitary & Hypothalamic HormonesVeterinary Medicine

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