Molecular insights into a molluscan transferrin homolog identified from disk abalone (Haliotis discus discus) evidencing its detectable role in host antibacterial defense.
Herath HM1, Elvitigala DA1, Godahewa GI1, Whang I2, Lee J3.
The basic function of transferrin is to bind iron (III) ions in the medium and to deliver them to the locations where they are required for metabolic processes. It also takes part in the host immune defense mainly via its ability to bind to iron (III) ions. Hence, transferrin is also identified as a
The immune response of cephalopods from head to foot.
Castillo MG1, Salazar KA2, Joffe NR2.
Fish & shellfish immunology.Fish Shellfish Immunol.2015 Sep;46(1):145-60. doi: 10.1016/j.fsi.2015.05.029. Epub 2015 Jun 24.
Cephalopods are a diverse group of marine molluscs that have proven their worth in a vast array of ways, ranging from their importance within ecological settings and increasing commercial value, to their recent use as model organisms in biological research. However, despite their acknowledged import
Fish & shellfish immunology.Fish Shellfish Immunol.2015 Sep;46(1):2-4. doi: 10.1016/j.fsi.2015.05.004. Epub 2015 May 14.
The eastern oyster, Crassostrea virginica, provides important ecological and economical services, making it the target of restoration projects and supporting a significant fishery/aquaculture industry with landings valued at more than $100 million in 2012 in the United States of America. Due to the