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Endocytosis

Uptake of a substance into a cell via vesicles derived from the plasma membrane.

Process by which cells internalize extracellular material by inward folding of the plasma membrane into vesicles. Includes phagocytosis, pinocytosis, and receptor-mediated endocytosis (e.g., LDL uptake).

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary

    Process by which cells internalize extracellular material by inward folding of the plasma membrane into vesicles. Includes phagocytosis, pinocytosis, and receptor-mediated endocytosis (e.g., LDL uptake).

Related terms

Exocytosis, Phagocytosis, Pinocytosis