iodoprotein

Noun
  1. A protein that contains iodine (synset 114758940)
    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:
    • thyroprotein - a preparation made from iodinated protein and having an action similar to thyroxine
    • thyroglobulin - an iodine containing protein that is obtained from the thyroid gland and exhibits the general properties of the globulins
    same as: iodinated protein

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