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theca cell

Term ID
CL:0000503
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Definition
A flattened stroma cell forming a sheath or theca outside the basal lamina lining the mature ovarian follicle. Thecal interstitial or stromal cells are steroidogenic, and produce primarily androgens which serve as precusors of estrogens in the granulosa cells. A05.360.319.114.630.535.400
References
  • BTO:0002850
  • FMA:18690
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