Report Abuse. A lysosome is like the cleanup crew of the cell. One of its functions is the digestion of lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into small molecules that can be used by the rest of the cell. Lysosomes are also involved in the breakdown of organellesthat have outlived their usefulness. Source(s): My biology book :).
What is spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)? SMA is a rare genetic neuromuscular disease that affects the part of the nervous system that controls voluntary muscle movement. In spinal muscular atrophy, there is a loss of important cells in the spinal cord called motor neurons, which are essential for muscle strength and movement.
What is PSA? PSA is one of three major factors that are considered when evaluating a manâs particular case of prostate cancer. PSA stands for Prostate Specific Antigen. The word âspecificâ means that this enzyme is produced only by prostate cellsâwhether normal prostate cells or prostate cancer cells. No other cells (lung, intestine, liver, etc.) make PSA. The purpose of PSA is to keep semen (the white substance ejaculated during sexual intercourse) liquefied.