gap junction

English

Noun

gap junction (plural gap junctions)

  1. (biology) A specialized connection between cells that allows for intercellular communication, or the transfer of low molecular-weight substances

Derived terms
  • GJ (abbreviation)
  • annular gap junction (AGJ)
  • hemijunction

See also
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