Term Name: | high-affinity iron permease complex |
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Synonyms: | high affinity iron permease complex |
Definition: | A protein complex composed of a multicopper ferroxidase that oxidizes Fe(II) to Fe(III), and a ferric iron permease that transports the produced Fe(III) into the cell. In high-affinity transport the transporter is able to bind the solute even if it is only present at very low concentrations. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0033573] QuickGO AmiGO |