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GO: Cellular Component

ciliary rootlet

Term ID
GO:0035253
Synonyms
  • cilial rootlet
  • cilium rootlet
Definition
A cytoskeleton-like structure, originating from the basal body at the proximal end of a cilium, and extending proximally toward the cell nucleus. Rootlets are typically 80-100 nm in diameter and contain cross striae distributed at regular intervals of approximately 55-70 nm. 12427867
References
Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
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Phenotype
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