Preferred Term:
ventral adhesive disk
Definition:
The microtubular structure found in Giarida trophozoite cytoskeleton. Ventral adhesive disk is an essential organelle that mediates adhesion of Giardia to host intestinal mucosa.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- ventral adhesive disc
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/200645
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