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GO: Cellular Component

lipopolysaccharide receptor complex

Term ID
GO:0046696
Synonyms
  • LPS receptor complex
Definition
A multiprotein complex that consists of at least three proteins, CD14, TLR4, and MD-2, each of which is glycosylated and which functions as a lipopolysaccharide (LPS) receptor that primes the innate immune response against bacterial pathogens. (2)
References
Ontology
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Relationships
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Phenotype
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