G protein en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From guanine nucleotide-binding protein.
Meanings
- Any of a class of proteins, found in cell membranes, that pass signals between hormone receptors and effector enzymes.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| G-protein | alternative | lexicographic | |
| G proteins | Number=Plur | lexicographic |