Function
Hemagglutinin-esterase (HE) is a glycoprotein of the envelopes of some viruses. HE recognizes the host cell surface receptor - a sialic acid derivative. The esterase region of the HE is responsible for the destruction of the receptor[1].
Structural highlights
The biological assmebly of HE is a and each monomer contains . The receptor binding site of HE is located at five exposed surface loops. . HE contains a [2].
3D structures of hemagglutinin-esterase
Hemagglutinin-esterase 3D structures