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Transferrin Receptor

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Transferrin Receptor Definition

Homodimeric human Transferrin Receptors (M28B Peptidase Family) are type II membrane proteins involved in the cellular import of transferrin-bound iron and appear necessary for iron metabolism, cell function, and erythrocyte differentiation. (NCI)

Transferrin Receptor Synonyms

Transferrin Receptor

Terms in Transferrin Receptor category

Transferrin Receptor-1
Transferrin Receptor-2



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