Search Ontology:
GO: Biological Process

antimicrobial peptide production

Term ID
GO:0002775
Synonyms
Definition
The synthesis or release of an antimicrobial peptide during an immune response, resulting in an increase in intracellular or extracellular levels. Such peptides may have protective properties against bacteria, fungi, viruses, or protozoa. (3)
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Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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