Types of Proteins+Functions

Enzyme

increases the rate of chemical reactions

lipase

Protection

involved in protecting the body from pathogens or cellular damage

fibrogen

Membrane Proteins

allows various molecules to cross cell membranes, act as signalling molecules, or adhere to surrounding tissues

Na/K pumps

Cell Recognition

acts as markers that allow immune cells to recognize self-cells and pathogens

red blood cell markers

Contractile

involved in muscle contractions and movement

actin and myosin

Transporter

involved in moving substances throughout the body

hemoglobin

Structural

maintains the structure of the cytoskeleton

collagen

Regulatory

involved in signalling molecules that regulate cell functions