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GO: Cellular Component

merozoite dense granule

Term ID
GO:0020026
Synonyms
  • dense body
Definition
Electron-dense organelle with a granular internal matrix found throughout the merozoite life cycle stage of apicomplexan parasites; contains proteins destined to be secreted into the parasitophorous vacuole following parasite invasion of a host cell.
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Ontology
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Relationships
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is a type of
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes