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Mesh term Mannose-Binding Lectin

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Collectins
Mannose-Binding Lectins

Description

A specific mannose-binding member of the collectin family of lectins. It binds to carbohydrate groups on invading pathogens and plays a key role in the MANNOSE-BINDING LECTIN COMPLEMENT PATHWAY.



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