Term Name: | ciliary rootlet |
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Synonyms: | cilial rootlet, cilium rootlet |
Definition: | A cytoskeleton-like structure, originating from the basal body at the proximal end of a cilium, and extending proximally toward the cell nucleus. Rootlets are typically 80-100 nm in diameter and contain cross striae distributed at regular intervals of approximately 55-70 nm. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0035253] QuickGO AmiGO |