Studies suggest that its binding activity is not the means by which it mediates its protective effect. Studies show biological effects with Gram-positive bacteria and even in infection by the protozoan, Toxoplasma gondii.
The studies suggest that the mechanism of action of this substance is not through binding, but rather through other means to exert its protective effect. It has been shown to have biological effects against Gram-positive bacteria and even in the context of infection by Toxoplasma gondii.