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GO: Cellular Component

host cell lysosome

Term ID
GO:0044187
Synonyms
Definition
A small lytic vacuole that has cell cycle-independent morphology and is found in most host animal cells and that contains a variety of hydrolases, most of which have their maximal activities in the pH range 5-6. The contained enzymes display latency if properly isolated. About 40 different lysosomal hydrolases are known and host cell lysosomes have a great variety of morphologies and functions.
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Ontology
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Phenotype
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