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Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide

Medical Definition:	A nonapeptide that is found in neurons, peripheral organs, and plasma. This neuropeptide induces mainly delta sleep in mammals. In addition to sleep, the peptide has been observed to affect electrophysiological activity, neurotransmitter levels in the brain, circadian and locomotor patterns, hormonal levels, psychological performance, and the activity of neuropharmacological drugs including their withdrawal.
Guide Notes:	/biosyn /physiol permitted; DF: note short X ref
Also Called:	Rabbit Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide
CAS Type 1 Name:	CAS Number:	69431-45-4
Previously Indexed:	Oligopeptides (1973-1986),Peptides (1966-1972)

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