A cell-surface protein that shields host cells from complement damage by preventing C9 from binding to the C5b678 complex, thereby inhibiting Membrane Attack Complex (MAC) formation. It is known as CD59 or protectin.
Una proteína de superficie celular que protege a las células huésped del daño por complemento al bloquear la unión de C9 al complejo C5b678, previniendo así la formación del MAC. Conocida como CD59 o protectina.
| Front | Cell-surface protein that protects host cells from complement damage by blocking binding of C9 to the C5b678 complex, thus preventing MAC formation |
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| Back | CD59, protectin |
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