1. proteins found in milk that remain soluble in water after other milk proteins have been precipitated
Usage: biochemistry; plural form

Examples

• Lactalbumins are important components of whey protein supplements.
• The researcher studied the nutritional properties of lactalbumins in cow’s milk.
• Lactalbumins contain essential amino acids needed for human nutrition.
• The separation process isolated lactalbumins from other milk proteins.
• Infant formulas are often enriched with lactalbumins to improve protein quality.
• Scientists analyzed the molecular structure of various lactalbumins.