Antrin

/ˈæntrɪn/ noun

Definition

A glycoprotein found in egg whites and other biological sources, belonging to the family of protease inhibitors.

Etymology

From 'antrum' or possibly a generic pharmaceutical-style coinage. This specialized biochemical term emerged in 20th-century protein chemistry as scientists isolated and identified specific proteins from natural sources.

Kelly Says

Antrin is one of dozens of mysterious proteins in egg whites that scientists have identified—eggs are essentially a biochemical treasure trove that early life uses to protect developing embryos from infection and damage.

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