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Cells > Endocrine Cells

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Endocrine Cells  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Note

  • general; prefer specific cell types

Scope note

  • 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.

History note

  • 2009

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URI

http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D055098

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