Metallothionein
Metallothionein is a type of Metalloprotein Conjugated Protein.
Biological Function of Metallothionein
Detoxification
Metallothionein binds (chelates) with Cadmium, causing its excretion from the body.
Metallothionein binds (chelates) with Copper, thereby removing excess Copper from the body.
Metallothionein binds (chelates) with Mercury, causing its excretion from the body.
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