Lactoferrin
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lactoferrin is a noun meaning A globular multifunctional protein with antimicrobial activity, found in milk and many mucosal secretions such as tears and saliva.
Meaning
A globular multifunctional protein with antimicrobial activity, found in milk and many mucosal secretions such as tears and saliva.
Word Forms
- lactoferrins
Synonyms for lactoferrin
Depending on context, synonyms include lactotransferrin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lactoferrampin, lactenin, lactotransferrin, apolactoferrin, lactophorin, lactosome.
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