摘要 |
<p>This invention relates to a novel polypeptide represented by formula (I) (wherein Lys represents lysine, Trp tryptophan, Cys cystine, Phe phenylalanine, Arg arginine, Val valine, Tyr tyrosine, Gly glycine, Ile isoleucine and X a hydroxyl group or an amino group), its analogue and a method for preparing the same. The polypeptide exhibits strong affinity for lipopolysaccharide, and is useful for removing endotoxin and as a therapeutic agent of bacterial infections.</p> |