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Mucins  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • High molecular weight mucoproteins that protect the surface of EPITHELIAL CELLS by providing a barrier to particulate matter and microorganisms. Membrane-anchored mucins may have additional roles concerned with protein interactions at the cell surface.

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Entry terms

  • Mucin

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