Biologically Active Substance
scleroproteins
scle·ro·pro·teins
Subclass of:
Proteins
Definitions related to scleroproteins:
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Simple proteins characterized by their insolubility and fibrous structure. Within the body, they perform a supportive or protective function.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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(fibrous protein) Family of large proteins characterized by tendency to aggregate into insoluble fibers and plaques; found in intermediate filaments, extracellular matrix, cartilage, hair, nails, and elsewhere.CRISP ThesaurusNational Institutes of Health, 2006
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