Mesh term Enterochromaffin Cells
Browse to parent terms:Chromaffin System
Enteroendocrine Cells
Gastric Mucosa
Immune System
Description
A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal MUCOSA, particularly in the glands of PYLORIC ANTRUM; DUODENUM; and ILEUM. These cells secrete mainly SEROTONIN and some neuropeptides. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin stain).Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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