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Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins > Proteins > Carrier Proteins > Iron-Binding Proteins > Transferrins
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins > Proteins > Metalloproteins > Iron-Binding Proteins > Transferrins

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Transferrins  

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  • TRANSFERRIN is also available

Scope note

  • A group of iron-binding proteins that tightly bind two ferrate ions along with two carbonate ions. They are found in the bodily fluids of vertebrates where they act as transport and storage molecules for iron.

History note

  • 2012

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D061250

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