Thermo Fisher Scientific Bovine Lactoferrin Polyclonal Antibody

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Target Information

Lactoferrin (LF) is an iron-binding glycoprotein composed of a single polypeptide chain (~80 kDa) folded into two homologous lobes, each capable of reversibly binding one ferric ion (Fe³⁺). LF is found in external fluids such as milk and mucosal secretions and is a major component of neutrophil secondary granules. It plays a key role in iron homeostasis, microbial defense, anti-inflammatory response, cellular growth regulation, and protection against cancer. LTF serves as a first-line defense against microbial infections by binding and removing Fe³⁺, and exhibits bactericidal and proteolytic activity. Three isoforms (LTF-α, LTF-β, LTF-γ) have been identified, and LTF receptors are expressed in the gastrointestinal tract, macrophages, lymphocytes, neutrophils, platelets, and some bacteria.

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