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hepatic oval stem cell

Term ID
CL:0002196
Synonyms
  • hepatic oval cell
Definition
A transient hepatic stem cell observed after liver injury with a high nuclear to cytoplasm ratio that can differentiate into mature hepatocytes and bile duct cells. Arises from more than one tissue. 17901986
References
  • BTO:0004270
  • FMA:86576
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