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4gnw

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Template:STRUCTURE 4gnw

Crystal structure of nitrophorin 4 triple mutant complex with ammonia

Function

[NP4_RHOPR] Heme-based protein that deliver nitric oxide gas (NO) to the victim while feeding, resulting in vasodilation and inhibition of platelet aggregation. Also bind tightly to histamine, which is released by the host to induce wound healing (By similarity).

About this Structure

4gnw is a 2 chain structure with sequence from Rhodnius prolixus. Full crystallographic information is available from OCA.

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