Globulin: meaning, definitions and examples

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globulin

 

[ ˈɡlɒbjʊlɪn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

protein component

A group of proteins found in the blood plasma, playing a key role in immune responses and blood clotting.

Synonyms

immune proteins, serum proteins

Examples of usage

  • Globulins are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system.
  • Antibodies are a type of globulin that help the body fight off infections.
Context #2 | Noun

biochemistry

A class of proteins that are soluble in salt solutions and coagulated by heat.

Synonyms

protein fraction, soluble proteins

Examples of usage

  • In the lab, researchers use globulins as markers to study protein interactions.
  • Globulins are often separated from other proteins using electrophoresis techniques.

Translations

Translations of the word "globulin" in other languages:

🇵🇹 globulina

🇮🇳 ग्लोब्युलिन

🇩🇪 Globulin

🇮🇩 globulin

🇺🇦 глобулін

🇵🇱 globulina

🇯🇵 グロブリン

🇫🇷 globuline

🇪🇸 globulina

🇹🇷 globulin

🇰🇷 글로불린

🇸🇦 غلوبولين

🇨🇿 globulin

🇸🇰 globulín

🇨🇳 球蛋白

🇸🇮 globulin

🇮🇸 glóbúlín

🇰🇿 глобулин

🇬🇪 გლობულინი

🇦🇿 qlobulin

🇲🇽 globulina

Etymology

The term 'globulin' originates from the Latin word 'globulus', meaning small sphere or ball. It was first used in the mid-19th century to describe a group of proteins found in blood plasma. Over time, research has revealed the diverse functions of globulins in the body, leading to a better understanding of immune responses and protein biochemistry.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,172, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.