Subcellular Protein Targeting

**Semantic type:** Molecular Function

**Definition:** The process whereby cellular proteins are positioned and sequestered in the correct cellular compartment for proper function. The process involves moving proteins from one cellular compartment to another by various sorting and transport mechanisms such as gated transport, protein translocation, and vesicular transport.

**Synonyms:** - Intracellular Protein Transport - Protein Localization - Protein Trafficking - Protein Transport - Subcellular Targeting, Physiological