Calnexin

**Definition:** A lectin found in ENDOPLASMIC RETICULUM membranes that binds to specific N-linked OLIGOSACCHARIDES found on newly synthesized proteins. It may play role in PROTEIN FOLDING or retention and degradation of misfolded proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.644.360.372.311 - D12.776.157.125.412.311 - D12.776.476.387.311 - D12.776.503.295 - D12.776.543.162

**Synonyms:** - IP90 Protein - Integral Membrane Protein IP90 - Phosphoprotein pp90