Oligosaccharides Flashcards

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What are the two types of linkages of oligosaccharides

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O-glycosidic linkages (serine/threonine)
N-glycosidic linkages (asparagine)

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What is the structure of oligosaccharides

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N-linked oligosaccharides have a core of three mannose and two N-acetylenglucosamine residues and additional sugars attached to the core

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What are the function of the oligosaccharides

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Involved in molecular targeting and cell-cell recognition
Mark proteins for removal from circulation
Protein lifespan

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Explain the protein removal function of oligosaccharides

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Explain the protein lifespan function of the oligosaccharides

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