paraflagellar rod

Term ID

GO:0097740

Synonyms

• PFR

Definition

A large lattice-like axial structure found in some flagellated protists which extends alongside the axoneme. Protein components of the paraflagellar rod are likely implicated, among other, in adenine nucleotide signaling and metabolism, and in calcium signaling. (3)

References

Ontology

GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO