Postin
Immune ModulationResearch use only
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Body Map
Overview
Postin is the N-terminal tetrapeptide of cystatin C. It functions as an antagonist of tuftsin, competing with tuftsin for binding to tuftsin receptors, thereby inhibiting tuftsin-mediated phagocytosis and immune cell activation.
Primary Uses
Immune system research
Inhibition of tuftsin-mediated phagocytosis
Inhibition of tuftsin-mediated immune cell activation
Modulation of immune responses
Protocol Reference
Dose
Not provided
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