lysosomal
/ˌlaɪsəˈsoʊməl/
adjective
- Relating to lysosomes, which are small structures inside cells that break down waste materials.
- The lysosomal membrane keeps digestive enzymes safely contained within the organelle.
- Lysosomal enzymes help digest old cell parts so they can be recycled.
- Some genetic diseases affect lysosomal function, causing harmful substances to build up.