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GO: Cellular Component

compact myelin

Term ID
GO:0043218
Synonyms
  • oligodendrocyte compact myelin
  • Schwann cell compact myelin
Definition
The portion of the myelin sheath in which layers of cell membrane are tightly juxtaposed, completely excluding cytoplasm. The juxtaposed cytoplasmic surfaces form the major dense line, while the juxtaposed extracellular surfaces form the interperiod line visible in electron micrographs.
References
  • NIF_Subcellular:sao1123256993
Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
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Phenotype
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