host cell peroxisome

Term ID

GO:0120149

Synonyms

• host peroxisome

Definition

A small host cell organelle enclosed by a single membrane, and found in most eukaryotic cells. Contains peroxidases and other enzymes involved in a variety of metabolic processes including free radical detoxification, lipid catabolism and biosynthesis, and hydrogen peroxide metabolism. 9302272

References

Ontology

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