conjugated protein

Noun
  1. A protein complex combining amino acids with other substances (synset 114755314)
    is a type of: protein - any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes
    subtypes:
    • glycoprotein - a conjugated protein having a carbohydrate component
    • haemoprotein, hemoprotein - a conjugated protein linked to a compound of iron and porphyrin
    • lipoprotein - a conjugated protein having a lipid component; the principal means for transporting lipids in the blood
    same as: compound protein

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