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cortical thymic epithelial cell

Term ID
CL:0002364
Synonyms
  • cTEC
Definition
An epithelial cell of the cortical portion of the thymus. Epithelial cells in this region are required for positive selection of CD8-positive T cells. 18403190
References
  • BTO:0004562
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