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sloC

Gene
sloC
Protein
Metal ABC transporter substrate-binding lipoprotein
Organism
Streptococcus mutans serotype c (strain ATCC 700610 / UA159)
Length
306 amino acids
Function
Part of an ATP-driven transport system for a metal; probably for manganese. Also acts as an adhesin which is involved on adherence to extracellular matrix. It is an important factor in pathogenesis and infection. It may contribute to the formation and accumulation of dental plaque.
Similarity
Belongs to the bacterial solute-binding protein 9 family. Lipoprotein receptor antigen (Lrai) subfamily.
Mass
34.365 kDa
Sequence
MKKLSLLLLVCLSLLGLFACTSKKTADKKLTVVATNSIIADITKNIAGNKVVLHSIVPVGRDPHEYEPLPEDVKKTSQADVIFYNGINLENGGNAWFTKLVKNAHKKTDKDYFAVSDSVKTIYLENAKEKGKEDPHAWLDLKNGIIYAKNIMKRLSEKDPKNKSYYQKNFQAYSAKLEKLHKVAKEKISRIPTEKKMIVTSEGCFKYFSKAYDIPSAYIWEINTEEEGTPNQIKALVKKLRKSRVSALFVESSVDDRPMKTVSKDTGIPIAAKIFTDSVAKKGQAGDSYYAMMKWNIDKIANGLSQ