keratinocyte activation

Term ID

GO:0032980

Synonyms

Definition

A change in the morphology or behavior of a keratinocyte resulting from exposure to an activating factor such as a cellular or soluble ligand. Upon activation, keratinocytes become migratory and hyperproliferative, and produce growth factors and cytokines. 15737202

References

Ontology

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