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Cell Ontology

fat cell

Term ID
CL:0000136
Synonyms
  • adipocyte
  • adipose cell
Definition
A fat-storing cell found mostly in the abdominal cavity and subcutaneous tissue of mammals. Fat is usually stored in the form of triglycerides. A11.329.114
References
  • BTO:0000443
  • CALOHA:TS-0012
  • FMA:63880
Ontology
Cell Ontology
Relationships
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is a type of
has subtype
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