phagosome

[US]/ˈfæɡəʊsəʊm/
[UK]/ˈfæɡəˌsoʊm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a membrane-bound vesicle containing material taken up by phagocytosis

Phrases & Collocations

phagosome formation

phagosome maturation

phagosome fusion

phagosome membrane

phagosome dynamics

phagosome degradation

phagosome signaling

phagosome transport

phagosome activity

phagosome size

Example Sentences

the phagosome plays a crucial role in the immune response.

after engulfing the bacteria, the phagosome fuses with lysosomes.

the formation of a phagosome is essential for cell survival.

researchers studied the dynamics of the phagosome in immune cells.

the phagosome contains enzymes that break down pathogens.

phagosome maturation is a complex process involving several stages.

defects in phagosome formation can lead to immune deficiencies.

the study focused on the signaling pathways that regulate phagosome activity.

phagosomes are critical for the clearance of dead cells.

understanding phagosome biology can help develop new therapies.

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