Term Name:	clathrin complex
Synonyms:	clathrin triskelion
Definition:	A protein complex that consists of three clathrin heavy chains and three clathrin light chains, organized into a symmetrical three-legged structure called a triskelion. In clathrin-coated vesicles clathrin is the main component of the coat and forms a polymeric mechanical scaffold on the vesicle surface.
Ontology:	GO: Cellular Component [GO:0071439]    QuickGO    AmiGO