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GO: Biological Process

lymphocyte adhesion to endothelial cell of high endothelial venule

Term ID
GO:0036339
Synonyms
  • lymphocyte adhesion to HEV cell
  • lymphocyte adhesion to high endothelial venule
Definition
The attachment of a lymphocyte to an endothelial cell of a high endothelial venule (HEV) via adhesion molecules. A HEV cell is an endothelial cell that is cuboidal, expresses leukocyte-specific receptors, and allows for passage of lymphocytes into bloodstream. (3)
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