Protein Basics and Functions

Proteins are complex molecules made from amino acids.

Proteins have many roles, including regulating processes, providing structural support, and transporting substances.

Examples of proteins include enzymes, hormones, and antibodies.

Enzymes are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions.

Proteins have many different functions, and scientists are still discovering new ones.

Specific enzymes that break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, respectively. (e.g., Genzyme makes various enzymes.)

Proteins made in a lab using genetic engineering.

An example of a recombinant protein.

Proteins are made up of amino acids.

Proteins perform many roles, including regulation, support, and transport.

Examples include enzymes like amylase, antibodies, and hormones.

Proteins that speed up reactions in the body.

The specific sequence of amino acids in a protein.

The folded shape caused by hydrogen bonding in a protein.

The overall 3D shape of a protein due to various interactions.

The structure formed when multiple protein subunits come together.

Protein created in a lab through genetic engineering.

A first mass-produced recombinant protein.

Enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates.

Enzyme that breaks down proteins.