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fi·lag·grin

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. filaggrinnoun

    the main protein of the keratohyalin granules

    "the specific target of the immune response in rheumatoid arthritis is filaggrin"

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  1. filaggrin

    Filaggrin is a type of protein found in the uppermost layer of the skin (the stratum corneum). It plays a crucial role in skin health by aiding in the development of the skin’s protective barrier and helping maintain the skin’s hydration levels. Mutations in the gene that produces filaggrin are associated with conditions like dry skin, eczema, and psoriasis.

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  1. Filaggrin

    Filaggrin is a filament-associated protein that binds to keratin fibers in epithelial cells.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of filaggrin in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of filaggrin in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2


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