Lateral hemagglutinine<unk> s are carbohydrate-binding proteins that are highly specific for sugar groups that are part of other molecules, so cause agglutination of particular cells or precipitation of glycoconjugates and polysaccharides.<unk> s have a role in recognition at the cellular and molecular level and play numerous roles in biological recognition phenomena involving cells, carbohydrates, and proteins.<unk> s also mediate attachment and binding of bacteria, viruses, and fungi to their intended targets.<unk> s are ubiquitous in nature and are found in many foods. Some foods, such as beans and grains, need to be cooked, fermented or sprouted to reduce<unk>  content. Some<unk> s are beneficial, such as CLEC11A, which promotes bone growth, while others may be powerful toxins such as ricin.<unk> s may be disabled by specific mono- and oligosaccharides, which bind to ingested<unk> s from grains, legumes, nightshade plants, and dairy; binding can prevent their attachment to the carbohydrates within the cell membrane. The selectivity of<unk> s means that they are useful for analyzing blood type, and they have been researched for potential use in genetically engineered crops to transfer pest resistance.
Lectin
Preceptor
Α-Hederin
Serpin
Antigen
Lymphokine
Cytokine
Immunotoxin