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Paneth Cells  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Differentiated epithelial cells of the INTESTINAL MUCOSA, found in the basal part of the intestinal crypts of Lieberkuhn. Paneth cells secrete GROWTH FACTORS, digestive enzymes such as LYSOZYME and antimicrobial peptides such as cryptdins (ALPHA-DEFENSINS) into the crypt lumen.

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  • Paneth Cell

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-S2XNT2JV-M

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