The Trypanosomal Transferrin Receptor of Trypanosoma Brucei—A Review

Iron is an essential element for life. Its uptake and utility requires a careful balancing with its toxic capacity, with mammals evolving a safe and bio-viable means of its transport and storage. This transport and storage is also utilized as part of the iron-sequestration arsenal employed by the ma...

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Main Authors: Christopher K. Kariuki, Benoit Stijlemans, Stefan Magez
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-10-01
Series:Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2414-6366/4/4/126