The endothelial cells found closest to the site of an infection express proteins called lectins.Each lectin binds to a particular __________ that is presented on the surface of a target cell.

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Lectins bind to specific oligosaccharides on the surface of target cells. Aminophospholipids and sphingolipids are not typically recognized by lectins, and polysaccharides may be too large to be specifically recognized without additional modifications.

The Endothelial Cells Found Closest to the Site of an Infection