Lactoferrin
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| - | '''Lactoferrin''' (LTF) is found in secretory fluids. It is a component of the immune system and has antimicrobial activity. LTF interacts with DNA, RNA, polysaccharides and heparin. LTF is inhibited by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) like aspirin. | + | '''Lactoferrin''' (LTF) is found in secretory fluids. It is a component of the immune system and has antimicrobial activity. LTF interacts with DNA, RNA, polysaccharides and heparin. LTF is inhibited by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) like aspirin. For detailed discussion of human lactoferrin see [[Human lactoferrin]]. |
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Lactoferrin (LTF) is found in secretory fluids. It is a component of the immune system and has antimicrobial activity. LTF interacts with DNA, RNA, polysaccharides and heparin. LTF is inhibited by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) like aspirin. For detailed discussion of human lactoferrin see Human lactoferrin.
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