- Source: QRFP
RF(Arg-Phe)amide family 26 amino acid peptide, also known as P518, is a human protein.
The 26-amino acid RF-amide peptide, P518 functions as a high-affinity ligand of GPR103. Both GPR103 and P518 precursor mRNA exhibited highest expression in brain. The 43-amino acid QRFP peptide, a longer form of the P518 peptide is necessary to exhibit full agonistic activity with GPR103. Intravenous administration QRFP caused release of aldosterone, suggesting that QRFP and GPR103 regulate adrenal function.
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External links
"Peptide P518 Receptor". IUPHAR/BPS Guide to PHARMACOLOGY.