Function 
Siderocalin (Scn) or neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin binds ferric siderophores in order to intercept delivery of iron to bacteria which require it thus  impeding their virulence[1].
  Relevance 
Scn-NGAL levels are markedly upregulated by tissue damage.  Scn-NGAL is derived from damaged kidneys.  The presence of Scn-NGAL in serum or urine anticipates a severe course for the patient including the need for dialysis and the possibility of death[2].
  Structural highlights 
Scn-NGAL interacts with the  making [3]. Water  molecules are shown as red spheres. .
 3D structures of siderocalin
Siderocalin 3D structures
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