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glycoprotein
This term is a technical biological designation used primarily in biochemistry and molecular biology. It describes a conjugate molecule where the protein component is covalently bonded to oligosaccharides, a structure critical for cell-to-cell recognition and immune response.
In a laboratory or clinical setting, the term is used with high precision to distinguish these molecules from simple proteins or pure polysaccharides. It is almost exclusively found in scientific literature, medical reports, and academic textbooks, making it inappropriate for casual conversation unless the speaker is discussing specific biological mechanisms.
Meanings
Examples
This is a glycoprotein.
This is a glycoprotein.
The student studied the glycoprotein structure.
The pharmaceutical firm patented the glycoprotein.
The pharmaceutical firm patented the glycoprotein.
Analyze the glycoprotein for potential biomarkers.