Phenotype: granuloma formation accelerated growth, abnormal
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Name: granuloma formation
Synonyms:
Definition: The formation of nodular inflammatory lesions, usually small or granular, firm, persistent, well-structured, and containing compactly grouped T lymphocytes and modified phagocytes such as epithelioid cells, giant cells, and other macrophages. Granuloma formation represents a chronic inflammatory response initiated by various infectious and noninfectious agents. The center of a granuloma consists of fused macrophages, which can become necrotic.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0002432]    QuickGO    AmiGO
Name: accelerated growth
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Definition: A peramorphic growth quality which is due to an increased rate.
Ontology: Phenotypic Quality Ontology [PATO:0001753]