3 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a function of the oligosaccharide chains of glycoproteins?
Targeting proteins to specific sites in the cell
What is the role of glycans in cell-cell interactions?
Mediating carbohydrate-dependent interactions
Which type of oligosaccharides target some proteins to specific sites in the cell?
High Mannose oligosaccharides
Study Notes
Functions of Oligosaccharide Chains
- Recognition and targeting of proteins to specific sites within the cell
- Cell-cell interactions and communication
- Protection of proteins from degradation
Role of Glycans
- Glycans play a role in cell-cell interactions
Targeting Proteins
- O-linked oligosaccharides target some proteins to specific sites in the cell
Test your knowledge on the functions of oligosaccharide chains of glycoproteins. Explore how glycans contribute to protein folding, solubility, stability, cell-cell interactions, inflammation, lectin-carbohydrate interactions, and the ABO blood group antigens.
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