Skip to main content
Glite Dictionary
filaggrin

filaggrin

9.9
A protein in the outer layer of the skin that helps keep the skin soft and protect it
  • noun
  • /ˈfɪl.əˌɡrɪn/
  • Specialized
: filagrina
  • The role of filaggrin is crucial in maintaining the skin's protective barrier.

Examples

  • A mutation in the filaggrin gene can lead to dry, scaly skin conditions.

  • The filaggrin protein plays a crucial role in skin hydration.

  • A mutation in the filaggrin gene can lead to dry, scaly skin conditions.

  • Researchers observed a significant decrease in filaggrin levels in patients with eczema.

  • People with low levels of filaggrin may experience dry skin.

  • Researchers observed a significant decrease in filaggrin levels in patients with eczema.

  • The role of filaggrin is crucial in maintaining the skin's protective barrier.

Surface Forms

filaggrin singular
filaggrins plural

Etymology

Filaggrin blends two simple ideas: filament (a thin 'thread') and aggregate ('to bring together'). That's why filaggrin is a skin protein that helps 'gather' keratin threads so the outer skin forms a strong protective barrier.