What is folate protein? Understanding folate-binding and transport proteins
                                
                                
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                                Approximately 40% of adults aged 20 and over have insufficient folate, highlighting the importance of its transport within the body. The term **folate protein** refers to a family of specialized proteins that bind, absorb, and deliver the vitamin, such as folate receptors and carriers essential for cell metabolism and health.