conjugated protein


nounBiochemistry.
  1. a complex protein, as a lipoprotein or metalloprotein, combining amino acids with other substances (contrasted with simple protein).

Origin of conjugated protein

1
First recorded in 1920–25

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British Dictionary definitions for conjugated protein

conjugated protein

noun
  1. a biochemical compound consisting of a sequence of amino acids making up a simple protein to which another nonprotein group (a prosthetic group), such as a carbohydrate or lipid group, is attached

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Scientific definitions for conjugated protein

conjugated protein

[ kŏnjə-gā′tĭd ]


  1. A compound, such as hemoglobin, made up of a protein molecule and a nonprotein prosthetic group.

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