Thrombospondin
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3D structures of thrombospondin
Updated on 19-August-2024
FunctionThrombospondin (TSP) are glycoproteins released in response to thrombin stimulation. TSP is a transient component of extracellular matrix in developing tissues[1]. RelevanceTSP-1 and TSP-2 are potent inhibitors of angiogenesis and thus are studied in cancer treatments[2]. DiseaseTSP-2 mutation is associated with coronary artery disease[3]. Structural highlightsThe N-terminal of TSP-1 mediates its interaction with integrins during cell adhesion, with lipoproteinreceptor-related protein during uptake and clearance and with fibrinogen during platelet aggregation. The arginine and lysine side chains of the N-terminal interact with the heparin sulfate groups[4].
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Updated on 19-August-2024
This page was last modified 08:31, 19 August 2024.