cell inclusions


cell in·clu·sions

1. the residual elements of the cytoplasm that are metabolic products of the cell, for example, pigment granules or crystals;
See also: inclusion bodies. 2. storage materials such as glycogen or fat;
See also: inclusion bodies. 3. engulfed material such as carbon or other foreign substances.
See also: inclusion bodies.

cell in·clu·sions

(sel in-klū'zhŭnz) 1. The residual elements of the cytoplasm that are metabolic products of the cell (e.g., pigment granules or crystals).
Synonym(s): metaplasm. 2. Storage materials such as glycogen or fat. 3. Engulfed material such as carbon or other foreign substances.
See also: inclusion bodies