Fucose-binding lectins

Fucose-binding lectins are specialized proteins that recognize and attach to fucose, a type of sugar found on the surfaces of cells and pathogens. These lectins serve important roles in biological processes such as cell communication, immune responses, and pathogen recognition. By binding to fucose-containing structures, they can influence how cells interact, help identify germs or abnormal cells, and are valuable tools in research and medicine for studying cell surfaces and developing targeted therapies.