What is a Glycoprotein?

What is a Glycoprotein?

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By Osman Shabir, M.Sc.Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.

Glycoproteins are molecules that comprise of protein and carbohydrate chains that are involved in many physiological functions including immunity. Many viruses have glycoproteins that help them enter bodily cells, but can also serve to be important therapeutic or preventative targets.