Beta-endorphin 1-31 biotransformation and cAMP modulation in inflammation.

A large body of evidence now exists for the immune cell expression, production, and the release of beta-endorphin (BE 1-31) within inflamed tissue. The inflammatory milieu is characterised by increased acidity, temperature and metabolic activity. Within these harsh conditions BE 1-31 is even more su...

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Main Authors: Naghmeh Hajarol Asvadi, Michael Morgan, Herath M Herath, Amitha K Hewavitharana, P Nicholas Shaw, Peter J Cabot
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2014-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3949714?pdf=render