Mesh term Endocrine Cells
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Description
Secretory cells of the ductless glands. They secrete HORMONES directly into the blood circulation (internal secretion) to be carried to the target cells. The secreted chemicals can be PEPTIDES; STEROIDS; NEUROPEPTIDES; or BIOGENIC AMINES.Browse to child terms:
APUD Cells
Corticotrophs
Enteroendocrine Cells
Gonadotrophs
Granulosa Cells
Lactotrophs
Leydig Cells
Luteal Cells
Melanotrophs
Neuroendocrine Cells
Sertoli Cells
Somatotrophs
Thyrotrophs
Trophoblasts
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