OBO ID: ZFA:0009119
Term Name: pain receptor cell Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • nociceptor
  • nocireceptor
Definition: The peripheral receptor for pain. Includes receptors which are sensitive to painful mechanical stimuli, extreme heat or cold, and chemical stimuli. All mammalian nociceptors are free nerve endings.
Appears at: Unknown
Evident until: Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References:
  • CL:0000198
  • TAO:0009119
Ontology: Anatomy Ontology
EXPRESSION No data available
PHENOTYPE No data available