What Does TFR Stand For?
TFR stands for Transferrin Receptor
Transferrin Receptor (TFR) is a membrane protein that plays a crucial role in cellular iron metabolism. It binds to transferrin, the primary iron transport protein in the blood, facilitating the uptake of iron into cells through endocytosis. TFR is essential for maintaining iron homeostasis and is often upregulated in response to iron deficiency. Its expression is also linked to various physiological and pathological processes, including cancer progression and immune responses.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym