microvillusGene ontology ID
GO:0005902
GO:0005902 is linked to 21 enzymes:
Definition
Thin cylindrical membrane-covered projections on the surface of an animal cell containing a core bundle of actin filaments. Present in especially large numbers on the absorptive surface of intestinal cells
Comment
Note that this term refers to a projection from a single cell, and should not be confused with 'microvillus' as used to refer to a multicellular structure such as that found in the placenta.
Synonyms
1. microvilli
References
1. ISBN 08153161942. NIF Subcellular: sao671419673
3. Wikipedia: Microvillus
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