| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10800834 | Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - General Subjects | 2012 | 15 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Insect transferrins have domains similar to mammalian Tsf that bind iron. ⺠The fat body is the likely source of insect hemolymph transferrin. ⺠Female insects endow Tsf1 to developing eggs as a vitellogenic protein. ⺠Insect transferrins transport dietary iron to tissues and developing embryos. ⺠Insect transferrins are increased during infection and limit free iron in hemolymph.
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Authors
Dawn L. Geiser, Joy J. Winzerling,