Term Name: extracellular matrix
Synonyms: matrisome, proteinaceous extracellular matrix
Definition: A structure lying external to one or more cells, which provides structural support, biochemical or biomechanical cues for cells or tissues.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0031012]   QuickGO   AmiGO

Relationships
has parts: elastic fiber fibronectin fibril microfibril thrombospondin complex Ubisch body
is a type of: external encapsulating structure
has subtype: adhesive extracellular matrix biofilm matrix chitin-based extracellular matrix collagen-containing extracellular matrix egg coat middle lamella organomineral extracellular matrix pollen coat
inverse occurs_in: extracellular matrix structural constituent