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Literature on DEFA4

DEFA4 [ENSP00000297435]

Neutrophil defensin 4; Has antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative bacteria, and to a lesser extent also against Gram-positive bacteria and fungi. Protects blood cells against infection with HIV-1 (in vitro). Inhibits corticotropin (ACTH)-stimulated corticosterone production.

Synonyms:  DEFA4,  DEFA4p,  hDEFA4,  P12838,  P12838p ...

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