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Corynebacterium diphtheriae Toxin Receptor Binding Domain

Molecular classification
Protein domain, Toxin, Receptor ligand
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Overview

The receptor binding domain of the diphtheria toxin, located within Fragment B (residues ~194-535), is responsible for specifically recognizing and binding to heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor precursor (HB-EGF) on the surface of human cells. This interaction is essential for the toxin's entry into the cell and subsequent cytotoxicity.

Other names
Diphtheria toxin receptor binding domainFragment B receptor binding domainDtxR binding domain
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Mechanism of action

Binds to HB-EGF, facilitating endocytosis and toxin entry into cells

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Biological functions

Receptor bindingCell entryToxin deliveryHost cell recognition
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Disease associations

DiphtheriaInfection
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Safety considerations

ToxicityOff-target effects when used in targeted therapiesImmunogenicity

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