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Cells > Chromaffin Cells
Endocrine System > Chromaffin System > Chromaffin Cells

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Chromaffin Cells  

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Definition

  • Cells that store epinephrine secretory vesicles. During times of stress, the nervous system signals the vesicles to secrete their hormonal content. Their name derives from their ability to stain a brownish color with chromic salts. Characteristically, they are located in the adrenal medulla and paraganglia (PARAGANGLIA, CHROMAFFIN) of the sympathetic nervous system.

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