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- Lactoferrin, a protein first isolated over 50 years ago, has been extensively studied for its structure and function, with ongoing research.
- Recent studies focus on the therapeutic potential of iron(III) or manganese(III)-saturated lactoferrin and how its biological activity differs from unmetalated lactoferrin.
- The review also discusses strategies for the oral delivery of lactoferrin, especially emphasizing the benefits of the metalated version.
Article Abstract
Lactoferrin was isolated and purified for the first time over 50-years ago. Since then, extensive studies on the structure and function of this protein have been performed and the research is still being continued. In this mini-review we focus on presenting recent scientific efforts towards the elucidation of the role and therapeutic potential of lactoferrin saturated with iron(III) or manganese(III) ions. The difference in biological activity of metal-saturated lactoferrin vs. the unmetalated one is emphasized. The strategies for oral delivery of lactoferrin, are also reviewed, with particular attention to the metalated protein.
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