Various viruses and bacteria exploit receptor-mediated endocytosis to gain entry into their host cells.

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Receptor-mediated endocytosis is a type of endocytosis initiated when target particles, such as sugars or specific ligand molecules, bind to cell surface receptors. The membrane then folds inward to form a coated vesicle containing the receptors still bound to the target particles.

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Peptide and amine-derived hormones enter target cells via receptor-mediated endocytosis.

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