Term Name: | fascia adherens |
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Definition: | A cell-cell junction that contains the transmembrane protein N-cadherin, which interacts with identical molecules from neighbouring cells to form a tight mechanical intercellular link; forms a large portion of the intercalated disc, the structure at which myofibrils terminate in cardiomyocytes. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0005916] QuickGO AmiGO |