26Rfa hypothalamic peptide a 26-amino acid neuropeptide belonging to the RFamide family. It is expressed in the hypothalmus and has orexigenic properties, suggesting it may have a role in controlling feeding behavior. It may also play a potential role in the control of the gonadotropic axis. Chartrel, N; et al., Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA, 100, 15247 (2003).
Molecular Weight: 2820.18
