glykokalixlag
Glykokalixlag, commonly referred to as the glycocalyx layer, is a carbohydrate-rich coating that covers the exterior of many animal cells. It is formed mainly by glycoproteins, proteoglycans, and glycolipids embedded in the plasma membrane, together with secreted mucins in several mucosal epithelia. The layer is attached to the membrane by transmembrane proteins and can vary in thickness and composition between cell types and physiological conditions.
Composition and structure vary, but the core components are glycosylated proteins and lipids that protrude from
Location and roles are broad. It is present on most animal cells and is particularly prominent at
Clinical and biological relevance varies. Alterations or degradation of the endothelial glycocalyx are associated with vascular