Description
RGDV is a tetrapeptide that delivers attached compounds to targets such as thrombus or tumor cells; it enhances efficacy of anticancer and anti-aggregation or anti-adhesion compounds. RDGV binds integrins on the surfaces of cells and prevents binding of fibrinogen to platelets.
References
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Preferred conformations of RGDX tetrapeptides to inhibit the binding of fibrinogen to platelets.
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