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Fibronectin is a multifunctional glycoprotein found in the extracellular matrix. This protein is made up of two almost identical forms: cellular and plasma fibronectin. Antibodies to either form will cross react with each other. The molecule contains several structurally and functionally distinct domains that bind to cell surfaces, complement, and glycosaminoglycans. In addition, fibronectin is involved in several other processes. Fibronectin is made up of three different modules. The first is called the assembly domain, and the other two are known as the binding domains. Each of these binds a different protein. The first two domains are necessary for assembling the fibronectin matrix. The latter two domains are also required for cytoskeleton organization. The last two domains are known as the cytoskeleton and the elastin-like polymer. Fibronectin binds to many other molecules, both host and nonhost. It interacts with fibrin, tenascin, BMP-1, and rotavirus NSP-4. It has also been show