iodinated protein

Definitions of iodinated protein

1. noun

   a protein that contains iodine
   synonyms: iodoprotein

   types:

   thyroprotein

   a preparation made from iodinated protein and having an action similar to thyroxine

   thyroglobulin

   an iodine containing protein that is obtained from the thyroid gland and exhibits the general properties of the globulins

   type of:

   protein

   any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes