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GO: Biological Process

folic acid transport

Term ID
GO:0015884
Synonyms
  • folate transport
  • vitamin B9 transport
  • vitamin M transport
Definition
The directed movement of folic acid (pteroylglutamic acid) into, out of or within a cell, or between cells, by means of some agent such as a transporter or pore. Folic acid is widely distributed as a member of the vitamin B complex and is essential for the synthesis of purine and pyrimidines.
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Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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