Catalytic proteins, also known as enzymes, are catalysts that speed up chemical reactions.
Defense proteins, such as immunoglobulins or antibodies, are used in the body's defense system.
Transport proteins bind to a particular small biomolecule and transport them to other locations in the body, including hemoglobin, transferrin, HDL and LDL.
Messenger proteins transmit signals to coordinate biochemical processes between different cells, tissues, and organs, including insulin, glucagon and human growth hormone.
Contractile proteins, such as actin and myosin, are involved in muscle contraction.
Structural proteins, like collagen and keratin, provide structure to the body.
Transmembrane proteins control the movement of small molecules and ions through the cell membrane.
Storage proteins bind and store small molecules for future use.
Regulatory proteins are molecules that bind to enzymes.
Nutrient proteins, such as casein and ovalbumin, are nutrient-rich proteins.