Search Ontology:
GO: Cellular Component

presynaptic active zone membrane

Term ID
GO:0048787
Synonyms
  • active zone plasma membrane
  • active zone pre-synaptic plasma membrane
  • active zone presynaptic plasma membrane
  • pre-synaptic active zone membrane
Definition
The membrane portion of the presynaptic active zone; it is the site where docking and fusion of synaptic vesicles occurs for the release of neurotransmitters. (3)
References
  • NIF_Subcellular:sao2038461087
Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
is part of
has parts
is a type of
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes