Lectin
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Lectin Definition
Complex molecules that contain both protein and sugar. Lectins specifically bind to the branching sugar molecules of glycoproteins and glycolipids on cell surfaces to cause biochemical changes. They are often classified according to either the saccharide or sugar specificity.
Lectin Synonyms
Lectin, lectin
Terms in Lectin category
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