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Microneme
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Summary
Micronemes are
Specialized secretory organelles
found in certain
Parasitic Protozoa
, such as Plasmodium and Toxoplasma, that play a crucial role in
Host Cell Invasion
. They release
Proteins that facilitate parasite attachment
and
Entry into the host cell
, making them
Essential for the parasite's life cycle
and pathogenicity.
Concepts
Secretory Organelles
Parasite Invasion
Host-pathogen Interaction
Plasmodium
Toxoplasma
Protein Secretion
Pathogenicity
Apicomplexa
Cellular Invasion Mechanisms
Erythrocyte Invasion
Relevant Degrees
Microbiology 100%
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