cadherin

English

Etymology

From calcium-dependent adhesion molecules +‎ -in.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /kædˈhɪəɹɪn/

Noun

cadherin (plural cadherins)

(biochemistry) Any of a class of transmembrane proteins important in maintaining tissue structure.

Derived terms

Anagrams

Red China, inarched

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