ectodomain

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The portion of a polypeptide on a cell membrane that extends beyond the membrane into the extracellular space.

Pronunciation

/ˈɛktoʊdoʊˌmeɪn/

Word forms

ectodomain ectodomains

Etymology

From ecto- + domain.

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Derived words

ectodomain shedding
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