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transferrin
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trans·fer·rin  (trns-frn)
n.
A beta globulin in blood serum that combines with and transports iron.
[trans- + ferr(o)- + -in.]
transferrin [trænsˈfɜːrɪn]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) Biochem any of a group of blood glycoproteins that transport iron Also called beta globulin siderophilin
[from trans- + ferro- + -in]
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Noun1.transferrin - a globulin in blood plasma that carries iron
beta globulin, siderophilin
globulin - a family of proteins found in blood and milk and muscle and in plant seed
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