Term Name: iridosome
Synonyms: reflecting platelet
Definition: A tissue-specific, membrane-bounded cytoplasmic organelle within which purines crystalize in reflective stacks. Iridosomes are synthesized in iridophore cells and are silver, gold or iridescent in appearance.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0043698]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is a type of: pigment granule