hemidesmosome

[US]/ˌhɛmɪˈdɛzməˌsoʊm/
[UK]/ˌhɛmɪˈdɛzməˌsoʊm/

Translation

n.a specialized structure that anchors epithelial cells to the underlying basement membrane
Word Forms
Pluralhemidesmosomes

Phrases & Collocations

hemidesmosome junction

hemidesmosome integrity

hemidesmosome formation

hemidesmosome structure

hemidesmosome protein

hemidesmosome function

hemidesmosome assembly

hemidesmosome adhesion

hemidesmosome signaling

hemidesmosome dynamics

Example Sentences

hemidesmosomes play a crucial role in cell adhesion.

the study focused on the structure of hemidesmosomes.

hemidesmosomes connect the cell to the extracellular matrix.

defects in hemidesmosomes can lead to skin diseases.

researchers are examining the function of hemidesmosomes.

hemidesmosomes are essential for maintaining tissue integrity.

immunofluorescence techniques can visualize hemidesmosomes.

hemidesmosomes are involved in signaling pathways.

understanding hemidesmosomes can aid in cancer research.

hemidesmosomes are found in epithelial tissues.

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