granulocyte differentiation
id: GO:0030851
name: granulocyte differentiation
namespace: biological_process
type: go
obsolete: False
Description: The process in which a myeloid precursor cell acquires the specialized features of a granulocyte. Granulocytes are a class of leukocytes characterized by the presence of granules in their cytoplasm. These cells are active in allergic immune reactions such as arthritic inflammation and rashes. This class includes basophils, eosinophils and neutrophils.
Child Functions
| id | name |
|---|---|
| GO:0030221 | basophil differentiation |
| GO:0030222 | eosinophil differentiation |
| GO:0030223 | neutrophil differentiation |
Parent Functions
| id | name |
|---|---|
| GO:0002573 | myeloid leukocyte differentiation |
