DEFB136
Description
The DEFB136 (defensin beta 136) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 8.
DEFB136, also known as Beta-defensin 136 or DEFB137, is a host defense peptide that exhibits antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi. It has been shown to be effective against E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans in laboratory settings. Additionally, DEFB136 has a strong affinity for lipopolysaccharide (LPS), a component of bacterial cell walls, which suggests a potential role in regulating immune responses by neutralizing LPS.
DEFB136 is also known as DEFB137.
