Vocabulary Entry

microsomal

|adjective

adjective

Relating to or originating from microsomes, which are small vesicles derived from fragmented endoplasmic reticulum found in cells.

Example Sentences

"The microsomal enzyme activity was measured to assess drug metabolism."

"In his study, he found that microsomal proteins play a crucial role in detoxifying chemicals."

"Microsomal fractions allow scientists to investigate cellular processes at a granular level."