Search Ontology:
GO: Molecular Function

pore-forming activity

Term ID
GO:0140911
Synonyms
  • canonical holin activity
  • holin activity
  • pinholin activity
  • pore forming activity
Definition
An activity in which a protein is inserted into the membrane of another cell where it forms transmembrane pores. Pores disrupts the integrity of the cell membrane, resulting in deregulated ion homeostasis, cellular dysfunction, and can result in cell death. (3)
References
  • TC:1.C
Ontology
GO: Molecular Function    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
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Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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