An iron-binding beta1-globulin that is synthesized in the LIVER and secreted into the blood. It plays a central role in the transport of IRON throughout the circulation. A variety of transferrin isoforms exist in humans, including some that are considered markers for specific disease states.
Also Known As:
beta 2 Transferrin; Isotransferrin; Monoferric Transferrins; Serotransferrin; Transferrin B; Transferrin C; beta 2-Transferrin; beta-1 Metal-Binding Globulin; tau-Transferrin; Globulin, beta-1 Metal-Binding; Metal-Binding Globulin, beta-1; Transferrins, Monoferric; beta 1 Metal Binding Globulin; tau Transferrin; Siderophilin