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Micronemes
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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 the
Attachment and penetration
of the parasite into the
Host Cell
, making them essential for the parasite's
Infectious Cycle
.
Concepts
Parasitic Protozoa
Host Cell Invasion
Secretory Organelles
Plasmodium
Toxoplasma
Infectious Cycle
Protein Secretion
Cellular Penetration
Apical Complex
Apical Organelles
Relevant Degrees
Cell Biology and Cytology 60%
Microbiology 30%
Anatomy 10%
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