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.