What Is a Ligand?

Any molecule that binds to an anchor protein is called a ligand.

Ligand

(Biology)

Right!

Any molecule that binds to an anchor protein is called a ligand.

Chinese name

Ligand

Foreign name

ligane

Belongs to

non-biological

Classification

Harmful, nutrient, immune, signal

In receptor-mediated endocytosis, the ligand is bound to the plasma membrane receptor protein and finally swallowed into the cell. According to the nature of the ligand and the role of endocytosis, the ligands are divided into four categories: . Nutrients, such as transferrin, low density lipoprotein (LDL), etc .; . Harmful substances, such as some Bacteria; . Immune substances, such as immunoglobulins, antigens, etc .; . Signal substances, such as insulin and other peptide hormones.