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Cellular component - Phagosome

Graphical

VesicleCytoplasmic vesiclePhagosome

Definition

The phagosome is a phagocytic cell-specific compartment. These large endocytic membrane-bound vesicles form upon ingestion by the cell of extracellular materials.

Synonyms

Phagocytic vesicle

Category

› Cellular component

Gene Ontology

More...GOi

› phagocytic vesicle [ GO:0045335 ]
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