| Term Name: | specific granule |
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| Synonyms: | secondary granule |
| Definition: | Granule with a membranous, tubular internal structure, found primarily in mature neutrophil cells. Most are released into the extracellular fluid. Specific granules contain lactoferrin, lysozyme, vitamin B12 binding protein and elastase. |
| Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0042581] QuickGO AmiGO |