MeSH definition : Retinol binding proteins that circulate in the PLASMA. They are members of the lipocalin
family of proteins and play a role in the transport of RETINOL from the LIVER to the
peripheral tissues. The proteins are usually found in association with TRANSTHYRETIN.;
MeSH annotation : RETINOL-BINDING PROTEINS and RETINOL-BINDING PROTEINS, CELLULAR are also available;
do not interpret the presence of retinol binding proteins in the blood as RETINOL-BINDING
PROTEINS, PLASMA; check text for appropriate term;
Retinol binding proteins that circulate in the PLASMA. They are members of the lipocalin
family of proteins and play a role in the transport of RETINOL from the LIVER to the
peripheral tissues. The proteins are usually found in association with TRANSTHYRETIN.