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== Relevance ==
== Relevance ==
LTF is inhibited by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) like aspirin. It is a component of the immune system and has antimicrobial activity<ref>PMID:14568385</ref>.
LTF is inhibited by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) like aspirin. It is a component of the immune system and has antimicrobial activity<ref>PMID:14568385</ref>.  LTF can be used as a marker for inflammatory bowel disease<ref>PMID:11866274</ref>.  


== Structural highlights ==
== Structural highlights ==