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chief cell of parathyroid gland

Term ID
CL:0000446
Synonyms
  • parathyroid chief cell
  • parathyroid gland chief cell
  • parathyroid hormone secreting cell
  • principal cell of parathyroid gland
Definition
An epithelial cell of the parathyroid gland that is arranged in wide, irregular interconnecting columns; responsible for the synthesis and secretion of parathyroid hormone. 0517223651
References
  • BTO:0004712
  • CALOHA:TS-2140
  • FMA:69078
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