
Glycoprotein Ib (GPIb), also known as CD42,[1]is a component of theGPIb-V-IX complex onplatelets. The GPIb-V-IX complex bindsvon Willebrand factor, allowingplatelet adhesion andplatelet plug formation at sites of vascular injury. Glycoprotein Ibα (GPIbα) is the major ligand-binding subunit of the GPIb-V-IX complex. GPIbα is heavily glycosylated.[2]
It is deficient in theBernard–Soulier syndrome. Again-of-function mutation causes platelet-typevon Willebrand disease.[3]
Autoantibodies against Ib/IX can be produced inimmune thrombocytopenic purpura.[4]
Components includeGP1BA andGP1BB.
It complexes withGlycoprotein IX.