Term Name: | type EC enteroendocrine cell |
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Synonyms: | argentaffin cell, enterochromaffin cell, Kulchitsky cell |
Definition: | A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal mucosa, particularly in the glands of pyloric antrum; duodenum; and ileum. These cell type secretes serotonin and some neurotransmitters including enkephalins and substance P. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin stain). |
Ontology: | Cell Ontology [CL:0000577] |