type EC enteroendocrine cell

Term ID

CL:0000577

Synonyms

• argentaffin cell
• enterochromaffin cell
• Kulchitsky cell

Definition

A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal mucosa, particularly in the glands of pyloric antrum; duodenum; and ileum. These cell type secretes serotonin and some neurotransmitters including enkephalins and substance P. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin stain). (2)

References

• FMA:62934
• FMA:83132

Ontology

Cell Ontology