Spectrin
Translation of "spectrin" into Russian
spectrin
NounUK
/ˈspɛktrɪn/
US
/ˈspɛktrɪn/
spectrin
spectrins pl
Spectrin is a cytoskeletal protein that lines the intracellular side of the plasma membrane.
Спектрин — это цитоскелетный белок, который выстилает внутриклеточную сторону плазматической мембраны.
Definitions
spectrin
NounUK
/ˈspɛktrɪn/
US
/ˈspɛktrɪn/
A cytoskeletal protein that lines the intracellular side of the plasma membrane in eukaryotic cells, playing a crucial role in maintaining the cell's shape and structural integrity.
Mutations in spectrin can lead to hereditary spherocytosis, a condition affecting red blood cells.
Any member or isoform of the spectrin family of cytoskeletal proteins.
Alpha and beta spectrins interact to form flexible tetramers.
spectrin
AdjectiveUK
/ˈspɛktrɪn/
US
/ˈspɛktrɪn/
Relating to or involving spectrin.
Spectrin defects can compromise membrane stability.