Biological Proteins and Uses in Body

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Antigens
Proteins found on the surface of cells. Bacteria in your body
have certain antigens your body knows to desetroy.
Hemoglobin
Proteins in your blood stream the bring oxygen to your body’s
cells. When you travel to higher altitudes your body must
mass produce hemoglobin to ensure your cells get enough
oxygen.
Antibodies
These proteins target and destroy foreign invader cells in your
body.
Protease
Different levels of this protein in your body determine your
metabolism.
Kinesin
This is a motor protein. It helps you with movement.
Helicase
Unzips or separate a DNA strand so the instructions can be
read.
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