trophoblast giant cell

Term ID

CL:0002488

Synonyms

giant trophoblast cell

Definition

A trophoblast cell that has a large volume of cytoplasm, is polyploidy and is usually mononuclear but is also occasionally multi-nucleate. This cell type is important in establishing maternal physiology and remodeling of the vasculature of the placenta.

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Ontology

Cell Ontology

Relationships

is a type of: trophoblast cell

trophoblast cell Show first 5 Terms
has subtype: primary trophoblast giant cell secondary trophoblast giant cell

primary trophoblast giant cell secondary trophoblast giant cell Show first 5 Terms
bearer_of: increased size

increased size Show first 5 Terms
capable_of: blood vessel remodeling

blood vessel remodeling Show first 5 Terms