Peptide hormones: from the transcription of the gene to the final product--a biochemical view

Horm Res. 1989;32(1-3):9-12. doi: 10.1159/000181209.

Abstract

This very short review aims at analyzing the current biochemical view of the molecular steps involved in the peptide hormone synthesis, going from the gene to the final active peptide.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Hormones / biosynthesis
  • Hormones / genetics*
  • Humans
  • Peptide Biosynthesis
  • Peptides / genetics*
  • Transcription, Genetic*

Substances

  • Hormones
  • Peptides