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CD4
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CD4  (sd-fôr, -fr)
n.
1. A glycoprotein predominantly found on the surface of helper T cells. In humans, it is a receptor for HIV, enabling the virus to gain entry into its host.
2. A cell bearing the CD4 surface receptor.

[c(luster of) d(ifferentiation antigen) 4.]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.CD4 - a glycoprotein that is found primarily on the surface of helper T cells; "CD4 is a receptor for HIV in humans"
glycoprotein - a conjugated protein having a carbohydrate component


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