Term Name: | intercellular bridge |
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Definition: | A direct connection between the cytoplasm of two cells that is formed following the completion of cleavage furrow ingression during cell division. They are usually present only briefly prior to completion of cytokinesis. However, in some cases, such as the bridges between germ cells during their development, they become stabilised. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0045171] QuickGO AmiGO |