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Iron Transport Protein

Molecular classification
Transporter, Storage Protein, Receptor
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Overview

Iron transport proteins are essential for the safe and efficient movement of iron throughout the body. Key proteins include transferrin (for plasma transport), ferritin (for storage), DMT1 (for importing iron into cells), and ferroportin (for exporting iron from cells). These proteins work together to maintain iron homeostasis and prevent both iron deficiency and toxicity.

Other names
TransferrinFerritinDMT1 (Divalent Metal Transporter 1)FerroportinTransferrin Receptor 1Transferrin Receptor 2
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Mechanism of action

Modulation of iron transport and storage

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Biological functions

Iron transportIron storageCellular iron uptakeCellular iron exportIron homeostasis
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Disease associations

Iron deficiency anemiaHemochromatosisNeurodegenerative diseasesCancer
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Safety considerations

Iron overloadIron deficiencyToxicity from reactive oxygen species
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Biomarkers

Serum ferritinTransferrin saturationTotal iron-binding capacity (TIBC)Transferrin receptor levels

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