Concept information
Preferred term
Androgen-Binding Protein
Type
-
Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Androgen Binding Protein
- Binding Protein, Androgen
- Protein, Androgen Binding
Scope note
- Carrier proteins produced in the Sertoli cells of the testis, secreted into the seminiferous tubules, and transported via the efferent ducts to the epididymis. They participate in the transport of androgens. Androgen-binding protein has the same amino acid sequence as SEX HORMONE-BINDING GLOBULIN. They differ by their sites of synthesis and post-translational oligosaccharide modifications.
History note
- 2000(1980)
In other languages
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Finnish
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androgeenien sitojaproteiini
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Swedish
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D000727
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