Transferrin
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /tɹænzˈfɛɹɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Transferrin is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A glycoprotein, a beta globulin, in blood serum that combines with and transports iron.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A glycoprotein, a beta globulin, in blood serum that combines with and transports iron.
Word Forms
- transferrins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include transferritin, transferin, holotransferrin, serotransferrin, apotransferrin, ferroportin.
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