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Trefoil Family

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These proteins are encoded by members of the trefoil family genes. They are characterized by having at least one copy of the trefoil motif, a 40-amino acid domain containing three conserved intrachain disulfide bonds. They are stable secretory proteins expressed in gastrointestinal mucosa. Their functions are not defined, but they may protect the mucosa from insults, stabilize the mucus layer and affect healing of the epithelium. (NCI) [ ]

Term info

Label

Trefoil Family

Synonyms
  • Trefoil Family
Legacy Concept Name

Trefoil_Family

Preferred Name

Trefoil Family

Semantic Type

Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

UMLS CUI

C1336821

code

C21231