exocytosis


Pronunciation key

( ek′so-si-to′sis )

exocytosis

  1. Discharge of particles that are too large to diffuse through the wall of a cell. Compare with endocytosis.
  2. Aggregation of migrating leukocytes in the epidermis as part of an inflammatory response.

References

  • Encyclopedia and Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing and Allied Health ©1978

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