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GO: Molecular Function

lipopolysaccharide immune receptor activity

Term ID
GO:0001875
Synonyms
  • endotoxin receptor activity
  • lipopolysaccharide receptor activity
  • LPS receptor activity
Definition
Combining with a lipopolysaccharide and transmitting the signal across the cell membrane to initiate an innate immune response. Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) are major components of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, making them prime targets for recognition by the immune system. (2)
References
Ontology
GO: Molecular Function    QuickGO    AmiGO
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