Assessing the Differential Effects of Bovine Lactoferrin on the Growth of Various Bacterial Species
Jacinth C. Tran & Brian Alfaro · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2026
Background: Lactoferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein found in secretions like milk, saliva, and tears that plays a key role in innate immunity. It inhibits bacterial growth by sequestering iron and also helps modulate immune responses, making the environment less favorable for...
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10.9734/mrji/2026/v36i61750