Mannose-Binding Lectin
Synonyms
Lectin, Mannan-Binding
Lectin, Mannose-Binding
Mannan Binding Lectin
Mannan Binding Protein
Mannan-Binding Lectin
Mannan-Binding Protein
Mannose Binding Lectin
Mannose Binding Protein
Mannose-Binding Protein
A specific mannose-binding member of the collectin family of lectins. It binds to carbohydrate groups on invading pathogens and plays a key role in the MANNOSE-BINDING LECTIN COMPLEMENT PATHWAY.