Where do lysosomes originate from?

Lysosomes are membrane-bound vesicles that originate from the Golgi apparatus in eukaryotic cells.

The formation of lysosomes from the Golgi apparatus is a carefully regulated process that involves the fusion of vesicles containing lysosomal enzymes with endosomes, which are membrane-bound compartments that contain materials to be digested. This process creates a fully functional lysosome that can break down various types of macromolecules and cellular waste.