Search Ontology:
GO: Biological Process

iron import into cell

Term ID
GO:0033212
Synonyms
  • ferrous ion import
  • ferrous iron import
  • ferrous iron uptake
  • iron assimilation
Definition
The directed movement of iron ions from outside of a cell into the cytoplasmic compartment. This may occur via transport across the plasma membrane or via endocytosis. (3)
References
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
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Phenotype
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