Endocytosis

usgb/ˌɛndəˌsaɪˈtoʊsɪs/
noun

A process by which cells engulf external substances, such as nutrients or pathogens, by enclosing them in a membrane-bound vesicle.

The cell uses endocytosis to absorb important nutrients.
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Often appears as...

  • receptor-mediated endocytosis
  • phagocytic endocytosis

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receptor-mediated endocytosis, phagocytosis, pinocytosis

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Biology

Endocytosis is essential for cell survival, allowing nutrient uptake and waste removal.

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Cells rely on endocytosis to maintain homeostasis.
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Medical Terms

Understanding how endocytosis works can provide insights into diseases.

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Many viruses exploit endocytosis to enter host cells.
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Experimental Techniques

Experiments often observe endocytosis to study cellular responses.

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Researchers measure endocytosis rates in different cell types.
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