Immune
LL-37
Cathelicidin / hCAP18 fragment
- Peptide length
- 37 amino acids
Cationic antimicrobial peptide
Research contextHuman studies exist
Read the linked studies for their methods and limitations.
A human host-defense peptide with antimicrobial laboratory research and small formulation-specific wound trials.
- Family
- Host-defense peptide
- Research frame
- Membrane and immune signaling
- Molecular format
- Cationic antimicrobial peptide
Read the evidence
The cited venous-ulcer trial studied topical treatment in 34 participants, with outcomes differing across dose groups. It does not establish systemic antimicrobial therapy.
Resolve the identity
Distinguish the mature LL-37 peptide from hCAP18 precursor, fragments and formulated products.