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Peptide Signaling Dynamics

Meaning

Peptide Signaling Dynamics refers to the complex, time-dependent patterns of synthesis, secretion, circulation, receptor binding, and degradation of regulatory peptides that govern a vast array of physiological functions, including appetite, metabolism, and immune response. Understanding the ‘dynamics’—the timing, pulse frequency, and half-life—is crucial because the biological effect of a peptide hormone is often dictated by its pattern of release rather than just its absolute concentration.