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zymogen granules [zi′məjən] Etymology: Gk, zyme, ferment, genein, to produce; L, granulum, little grain granules found in some secretory exocrine cells. They contain the precursors of enzymes that become active after the granules leave the cell. zymogen an inactive precursor that is converted into an active enzyme by action of an acid or another enzyme or by other means; a proenzyme. zymogen cells the secretory cells that secrete the zymogens. zymogen granules contained in the cytoplasm of the secretory cells in the relevant gland. Contain the zymogen. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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