Beta-Defensin 103

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** Beta-defensin 103 (67 aa, ~8 kDa) is encoded by the human DEFB103A and DEFB103B genes. This protein is involved in the cytotoxic and microbicidal activity of the innate host defense system.

**Synonyms:** - BD-3 - Beta-Defensin 3 - DEFB-3 - Defensin, Beta 103 - Defensin-Like Protein - HBD3 - hBD-3