Definition: Cytoplasmic filaments intermediate in diameter (about 10 nanometers) between the microfilaments and the microtubules. They may be composed of any of a number of different proteins and form a ring around the cell nucleus.
A 11 qualif except /cytol; /genet permitted
Other names Tonofilaments; Tonofilament; Intermediate Filament; Filaments, Intermediate; Filament, Intermediate