Preferred Label : ferritin;
Definition : Ferritin is a universal intracellular protein that stores iron and releases it in
a controlled fashion. The protein is produced by almost all living organisms, including
archaea, bacteria, algae, higher plants, and animals. In humans, it acts as a buffer
against iron deficiency and iron overload. (Wikipedia);
Origin ID : VZJLPNCN-6;
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Ferritin is a universal intracellular protein that stores iron and releases it in
a controlled fashion. The protein is produced by almost all living organisms, including
archaea, bacteria, algae, higher plants, and animals. In humans, it acts as a buffer
against iron deficiency and iron overload. (Wikipedia)
