Abstract
Background: The cell surface lectin Siglec-F is thought to preferentially recognize ligands modified with galactose 6-O-sulfate. Results: Siglec-F ligands are still present in leukocytes and lung tissue from mice lacking galactose 6-O-sulfotransferases. Conclusion: Ligands are restricted to specific cell types, but galactose 6-O-sulfotransferases are not required for ligand binding. Significance: This study refines our understanding of the biological ligands for Siglec-F.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 26533-26545 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
Volume | 288 |
Issue number | 37 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 13 2013 |