Genes | Cell types | No. of supported studies | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | 7 studies | ||
| Group 2 | 9 studies |
| Name | positive regulation of pinocytosis |
| ID | GO_0048549 |
| collection_id | Biological process |
| Exact synonym | up regulation of pinocytosis, up-regulation of pinocytosis, upregulation of pinocytosis |
| Description | Any process that activates, maintains or increases the rate of pinocytosis. Pinocytosis is the process in which cells take in liquid material from their external environment; literally 'cell drinking'. Liquid is enclosed in vesicles, formed by invagination of the plasma membrane. These vesicles then move into the cell and pass their contents to endosomes. |
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