pancreatic centro-acinar cell

Term ID

CL:0002080

Synonyms

• centroacinar cell of Langerhans
• pancreatic centroacinar cell

Definition

A cubodial epithelial cell that is continuous with the lining of intercalated ducts that drain the acinus. This cell type secretes a high pH solution to aid in activation of zymogens, and can differentiate into endocrine and exocrine pancreatic cell types. (3)

References

• FMA:62455

Ontology

Cell Ontology