Macrophage mannose receptor 1
Definition:
Mediates the endocytosis of glycoproteins by macrophages. Binds both sulfated and non-sulfated polysaccharide chains.; (Microbial infection) Acts as phagocytic receptor for bacteria, fungi and other pathogens.; (Microbial infection) Acts as a receptor for Dengue virus envelope protein E.; (Microbial infection) Interacts with Hepatitis B virus envelope protein.
References:
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[1]. Joanna L Miller, et al. The mannose receptor mediates dengue virus infection of macrophages. PLoS Pathog. 2008 Feb 8;4(2):e17. [Content Brief]
[2]. Marjoleine L Op den Brouw, et al. The mannose receptor acts as hepatitis B virus surface antigen receptor mediating interaction with intrahepatic dendritic cells. Virology. 2009 Oct 10;393(1):84-90. [Content Brief]
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