Term Name: | iron import into cell |
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Synonyms: | ferrous ion import, ferrous iron import, ferrous iron uptake, iron assimilation |
Definition: | The directed movement of iron ions from outside of a cell into the cytoplasmic compartment. This may occur via transport across the plasma membrane or via endocytosis. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0033212] QuickGO AmiGO |