CD36 Antibody

Leukocyte differentiation antigen CD36 (platelet glycoprotein IV, GPIV) binds to collagen, thrombospondin, anionic phospholipids and oxidized LDL. CD36 functions as a cell adhesion molecule, and directly mediates cytoadherence of Plasmodium falciparum parasitized erythrocytes. CD36 binds long chain fatty acids and functions in their transport. Genetic variations in CD36 are associated with susceptibility to coronary heart disease type 7 (CHDS7).