Fc receptor en · NOUN
Etymology
From its binding specificity for the constant part of antibodies known as the fragment crystallizable (Fc) region.
Meanings
- A protein found on the surface of certain immune and blood cells that binds to antibodies attached to infected cells or invading pathogens, enabling antibody-mediated phagocytosis or antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fc receptors | Number=Plur | lexicographic |