Search Ontology:
GO: Cellular Component

fascia adherens

Term ID
GO:0005916
Synonyms
Definition
A cell-cell junction that contains the transmembrane protein N-cadherin, which interacts with identical molecules from neighbouring cells to form a tight mechanical intercellular link; forms a large portion of the intercalated disc, the structure at which myofibrils terminate in cardiomyocytes. 11732910
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Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
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Phenotype
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