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GO: Cellular Component

paraflagellar rod

Term ID
GO:0097740
Synonyms
  • PFR
Definition
A large lattice-like axial structure found in some flagellated protists which extends alongside the axoneme. Protein components of the paraflagellar rod are likely implicated, among other, in adenine nucleotide signaling and metabolism, and in calcium signaling. (3)
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Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
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