Metkefamide

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Metkefamide is a peptide that is known for its role as a cholecystokinin antagonist. It is primarily used in scientific research to study the effects of cholecystokinin on the body.

Structure[edit | edit source]

Metkefamide is a pentapeptide, meaning it is composed of five amino acids. These amino acids are methionine, tryptophan, phenylalanine, aspartic acid, and methionine. The sequence of these amino acids is what gives metkefamide its unique properties.

Function[edit | edit source]

As a cholecystokinin antagonist, metkefamide works by blocking the effects of cholecystokinin. Cholecystokinin is a hormone that is involved in many processes in the body, including the stimulation of digestion and the suppression of hunger. By blocking the effects of cholecystokinin, metkefamide can be used to study these processes in more detail.

Uses[edit | edit source]

Metkefamide is primarily used in scientific research. It is often used in studies that aim to understand the role of cholecystokinin in the body. For example, it can be used to study the effects of cholecystokinin on digestion, or to investigate the role of cholecystokinin in the regulation of hunger.

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