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cell protrusion

[ ˈsel prəˈtruːʒən ]

Noun

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cell biology

Cell protrusion refers to the process in which a cell extends its membrane to form protrusions such as filopodia, lamellipodia, and invadopodia. These protrusions are essential for cell movement, adhesion, and communication with other cells.

Synonyms

cell extension, membrane extension.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
cell protrusion	Use in scientific contexts describing the outward projection of a cell, often in relation to cell movement or structural changes. The researchers studied the mechanisms behind cell protrusion in migrating cells. Changes in cell protrusion dynamics were observed under the microscope.
cell extension	General term for describing the elongation of a cell or its parts in various biological contexts. During neural development, cell extension helps in forming connections between neurons. The cell extension process is crucial for proper tissue formation.
membrane extension	Specifically refers to the extension or spread of the cell membrane, often used in discussions about cellular or membrane dynamics. Membrane extension is vital for cell division and motility. The drug influenced the rate of membrane extension in the experimental cells.

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Description / Examples

cell protrusion

Use in scientific contexts describing the outward projection of a cell, often in relation to cell movement or structural changes.

The researchers studied the mechanisms behind cell protrusion in migrating cells.
Changes in cell protrusion dynamics were observed under the microscope.

cell extension

General term for describing the elongation of a cell or its parts in various biological contexts.

During neural development, cell extension helps in forming connections between neurons.
The cell extension process is crucial for proper tissue formation.

membrane extension

Specifically refers to the extension or spread of the cell membrane, often used in discussions about cellular or membrane dynamics.

Membrane extension is vital for cell division and motility.
The drug influenced the rate of membrane extension in the experimental cells.

Examples of usage

The cancer cells showed increased cell protrusion, allowing them to invade surrounding tissues.
The formation of filopodia is a common cell protrusion mechanism used by cells to sense their environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "cell protrusion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 protrusão celular

🇮🇳 कोशिका का उभार

🇩🇪 Zellfortsatz

🇮🇩 penonjolan sel

🇺🇦 клітинний виступ

🇵🇱 wypustka komórkowa

🇯🇵 細胞突起

🇫🇷 protrusion cellulaire

🇪🇸 protrusión celular

🇹🇷 hücre çıkıntısı

🇰🇷 세포 돌출

🇸🇦 نتوء الخلية

🇨🇿 buněčný výčnělek

🇸🇰 buněčný výbežok

🇨🇳 细胞突出

🇸🇮 celični izrastek

🇮🇸 frumuframstæðing

🇰🇿 жасуша шығыршығы

🇬🇪 უჯრედული წანაცვლება

🇦🇿 hüceyrə çıxıntısı

🇲🇽 protrusión celular

Etymology

The term 'cell protrusion' originated in the field of cell biology in the late 20th century with advancements in microscopy and cell imaging techniques. Scientists began to observe and study the dynamic process of cell membrane extension, leading to the identification of various types of cell protrusions and their functional significance in cellular processes.