Lipid raft

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006655",
  "term": "Lipid raft",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A microdomain within a cell membrane characterized by a distinct composition of lipids and proteins, being enriched in cholesterol and sphingolipids. These ordered, detergent-resistant membrane regions serve as organizing centers for the assembly of signaling molecules, influencing membrane fluidity and protein trafficking. In immunotoxicology, they are recognized for their role in concentrating receptors and signaling proteins required for lymphocyte activation.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "lymphocyte activation",
    "caveola"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1202 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lipid-raft/"
}