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Protein
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A group of complex organic macromolecules composed of one or more chains (linear polymers) of alpha-L-amino acids linked by peptide bonds and ranging in size from a few thousand to over 1 million Daltons. Proteins are fundamental genetically encoded components of living cells with specific structures and functions dictated by amino acid sequence. [ ]
Term info
Label
Protein
Synonyms
- Protein
- Protein (NOS)
- Proteins
- protein
ALT DEFINITION
A molecule made up of amino acids that are needed for the body to function properly. Proteins are the basis of body structures such as skin and hair and of substances such as enzymes, cytokines, and antibodies.
CHEBI ID
CHEBI:36080
Legacy Concept Name
Protein
Maps To
Protein
Preferred Name
Protein
Semantic Type
Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
UMLS CUI
C0033684
code
C17021