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iridophore

Term ID
ZFA:0009199
Synonyms
  • iridocyte
  • iridosome
Definition
A pigment cell derived from the neural crest. The cell contains flat light-reflecting platelets, probably of guanine, in stacks called reflecting platets or iridisomes. The color-generating components produce a silver, gold, or iridescent color.
Appears at
Pharyngula:High-pec (42.0h-48.0h)
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
  • CL:0000431
  • TAO:0009199
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Expression
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