Term Name: | cytoplasmic U snRNP body |
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Synonyms: | U body, U-body |
Definition: | A focus in the cytoplasm that contains uridine-rich small nuclear ribonucleoproteins (U snRNPs) and essential snRNP assembly factors. These U bodies are invariably found in association with P bodies. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0071254] QuickGO AmiGO |