Secretoglobins

**Definition:** A structurally related family of small, multimeric proteins that are secreted in the mucosa of mammalian epithelial tissues. A variety of proteins are classed under this heading including some secretoglobin subtypes that appear unique to a particular mammalian species, and others whose functions differ between species.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.861

**Synonyms:** - Secretoglobin