Assembly
Assembly (Medicine)
Assembly (pronounced: uh-sem-blee) in the context of medicine, refers to the process of putting together various components to form a complete structure or system. This term is often used in relation to the assembly of proteins and viruses in the body.
Etymology
The term 'assembly' originates from the Middle English word 'assemblen', which means 'to gather together'. It was first used in the medical context in the late 20th century, when scientists began to understand the complex processes of protein and virus assembly in the body.
Related Terms
- Protein Assembly: The process by which proteins are formed from individual amino acids in the body. This process is controlled by the genetic code and is essential for all life.
- Virus Assembly: The process by which new virus particles are formed within a host cell. This involves the assembly of the viral genome, capsid, and other components.
- Molecular Assembly: The process by which molecules are arranged in a specific order to form a larger structure. This is a key process in the formation of biological structures such as DNA and cell membranes.
- Self-Assembly: The process by which a system of components forms an organized structure without external direction. This is a key concept in nanotechnology and is also seen in biological systems such as the formation of lipid bilayers.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Assembly
- Wikipedia's article - Assembly
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