Antithrombin molecule
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Antithrombin molecule
Antithrombin, molecular model. Antithrombin is a glycoprotein produced in the liver that inhibits enzymes involved in blood clotting. Some people have a genetic disorder that means that they are deficient in antithrombin, which causes them to suffer frequent abnormal blood clots that can block blood vessels (thrombosis). In this molecular model, the secondary structure is shown. This is made up of alpha helices (spirals) and beta sheets (parallel arrows), joined by curved linking regions. The arrangement of these domains makes up the molecules tertiary structure; its overall shape
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Alpha Anticoagulant Beta Sheet Coagulation Compound Compounds Glycoprotein Helices Helix Inhibitor Molecules Proteins Secondary Structure Sheets Structural Tertiary Structure Bio Chemistry Biochemical Computer Artwork Molecular Molecular Model Protein
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate structure of an Antithrombin molecule, a glycoprotein crucial in inhibiting enzymes involved in blood clotting. Produced in the liver, this molecule plays a vital role in preventing abnormal blood clots that can lead to thrombosis and blockage of blood vessels. However, some individuals suffer from a genetic disorder resulting in antithrombin deficiency, making them prone to frequent abnormal clot formation. The molecular model depicted here focuses on the secondary structure of the Antithrombin molecule. It reveals an arrangement of alpha helices resembling spirals and beta sheets represented by parallel arrows. These structural elements are interconnected by curved linking regions, forming the molecule's tertiary structure and determining its overall shape. This stunning artwork combines medicine, chemistry, and biochemistry to provide us with a visual representation of this essential protein's complex composition. The image highlights how different domains come together to form this glycoprotein responsible for regulating coagulation processes within our bodies. Through computer-generated artistry, Science Photo Library has beautifully captured the elegance and sophistication inherent in biochemical structures like Antithrombin. This illustration serves as both an educational tool for those studying these compounds and proteins while also showcasing their aesthetic appeal beyond scientific realms.
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