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high-affinity iron permease complex

Term ID
GO:0033573
Synonyms
  • high affinity iron permease complex
Definition
A protein complex composed of a multicopper ferroxidase that oxidizes Fe(II) to Fe(III), and a ferric iron permease that transports the produced Fe(III) into the cell. In high-affinity transport the transporter is able to bind the solute even if it is only present at very low concentrations. (2)
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Phenotype
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