SELECTINS
\sɪlˈɛktɪnz], \sɪlˈɛktɪnz], \s_ɪ_l_ˈɛ_k_t_ɪ_n_z]\
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Family of cell adhesion molecules consisting of a lectin-like domain, an epidermal growth factor-like domain, and a variable number of domains that encode proteins homologous to complement-binding proteins. Selectins mediate the binding of leukocytes to the vascular endothelium. (From Dorland, 28th ed)
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