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Details for secretory cell


BTO (BRENDA Tissue Ontology) ID
BTO:0003659
BTO:0003659 is linked to 7 enzymes:
Definition
Cell specialised for secretion, usually epithelial. Those that secrete proteins characteristically have well developed rough endoplasmic reticulum, whereas conspicuous smooth endoplasmic reticulum is typical of cells that secrete lipid or lipid derived products (e.g. Steroids)
References
1. Online Medical Dictionary: http://cancerweb.ncl.ac.uk/
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