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Beta-lactoglobulin
right|thumbnail|300px|Structure of a β-lactoglobulin subunit (PDB entry 3BLG) Ribbons denote the secondary structure, with arrows for beta strands and spirals for alpha-helices. Rendered with Kinemage
β-Lactoglobulin is the major whey protein of cow and sheep's milk (~3 g/l), and is also present in many other mammalian species; a notable exception being humans. Its structure, properties and biological role have been reviewed many times.