Product Overview
LL-37 is the only known active peptide belonging to the Cathelicidin family of antimicrobial peptides in the human body. It plays a crucial role as the "first line of defense" in the human innate immune system.
1. Origin and Structure of LL-37
Name Origin : It consists of 37 amino acids and starts with two Leucine (L) residues at the N-terminus, hence the name LL-37.
Production Mechanism : LL-37 is cleaved and released from its precursor protein, hCAP18, by specific enzymes (such as Proteinase 3).
Structural Features : Under physiological conditions, LL-37 typically adopts an $\alpha$-helical structure, which allows it to readily interact with microbial cell membranes.
2. Main Biological Functions
LL-37 is not just a "natural antibiotic"; it also exhibits multiple immunomodulatory actions:
Antimicrobial Activity
Membrane Disruption: Carrying a net positive charge, LL-37 binds to negatively charged bacterial cell membranes, inserting into and permeabilizing the membrane, which leads to bacterial cell lysis and death.
Broad-Spectrum Antibacterial Effect: It shows inhibitory and bactericidal effects against Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, fungi, and certain enveloped viruses.
Immunomodulation ("Dual-Action Regulator")
Endotoxin Neutralization: It binds to lipopolysaccharide (LPS/endotoxin) released by Gram-negative bacteria, preventing hyper-inflammatory responses (cytokine storms) in the immune system.
Immune Cell Recruitment: It acts as a chemoattractant, recruiting neutrophils, monocytes, and T cells to sites of infection or tissue damage.
Wound Healing and Angiogenesis
Tissue Repair: LL-37 stimulates the proliferation and migration of epithelial cells and fibroblasts, accelerating wound closure.
Vascular Formation: It promotes the growth of new blood vessels, providing nutritional support for tissue repair.
Q&A
Q: When can I receive the package?
A: It will be shipped as soon as possible after payment, and the shipping time is generally 7 to 15 days.
Q: What is the minimum amount I can order?
A: The minimum quantity we can order is 1 box, which contains 10 vials.
Q:How about the price? Can you make it cheaper?
A:We always take the customer's benefit as the top priority. Price is negotiable under different conditions, we are assuring you to get the most competitive price.
Q: How do i keep the peptides when i receive it ?
A: Peptides in the form of lyophilized powder can be transported at room temperature by vacuum packaging, while polypeptides in the dissolved state need to be refrigerated at 2°C - 8°C. For long-term storage, peptides should be stored in the form of lyophilized powder store at -20°C or -80°C in a sealed container with desiccant, which can avoid the degradation of peptides to the greatest extent.
Company Profile
HKX is a reliable manufacturer and exporter of peptide raw materials.
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