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Leucine-Rich Repeat

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Leucine-Rich Repeat Definition

A leucine-rich protein structural motif that forms an alpha/beta horseshoe tertiary structure. It is composed of repeating units of 20-30 amino acid stretches that are rich in leucine residues. This structural motif is found in a wide variety of unrelated proteins.

Leucine-Rich Repeat Synonyms

Leucine-Rich Repeat, LRR, Right-Handed Beta-Alpha Superhelix

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