Binding domain

A binding domain is a protein domain which binds to a specific atom or molecule, such as calcium or DNA. Upon binding, proteins may undergo a conformational change. Binding domains are essential for the function of many proteins.

Examples of binding domains include Zinc finger, which binds to DNA, and EF hand, which binds to calcium.

See also

DNA-binding domain

Processes

Structures

Types

Index of proteins

Description	Proteins Membrane Globular enzymes carrier Antibodies Fibrous

Index of biochemical families

Carbohydrates	Alcohols Glycoproteins Glycosides

Lipids	Eicosanoids Fatty acids intermediates Glycerides Phospholipids Sphingolipids Steroids

Nucleic acids	Constituents intermediates

Proteins	Amino acids intermediates

Other	Tetrapyrroles intermediates