Ficolin-2
Definition:
May function in innate immunity through activation of the lectin complement pathway. Calcium-dependent and GlcNAc-binding lectin. Enhances phagocytosis of S.typhimurium by neutrophils, suggesting an opsonic effect via the collagen region.
References:
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[1]. Virginie Garlatti, et al. Structural insights into the innate immune recognition specificities of L- and H-ficolins. EMBO J. 2007 Jan 24;26(2):623-33. [Content Brief]
[2]. M Matsushita, et al. Cutting edge: complement-activating complex of ficolin and mannose-binding lectin-associated serine protease. J Immunol. 2000 Mar 1;164(5):2281-4. [Content Brief]
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