Description
KGDS is a synthetic peptide derived from fibrinogen. KGDS activates the glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor, inhibiting fibrinogen-platelet binding and thrombin activity.
References
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Parise LV, Helgerson SL, Steiner B, et al. Synthetic peptides derived from fibrinogen and fibronectin change the conformation of purified platelet glycoprotein IIb-IIIa. J Biol Chem. 1987 Sep 15;262(26):12597-602. PMID: 2957377.