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osteoblast

Term ID
ZFA:0009031
Synonyms
  • osteoblasts
Definition
A bone-forming cell which secretes an extracellular matrix. Hydroxyapatite crystals are then deposited into the matrix to form bone.
Appears at
Unknown
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
  • CL:0000062
  • TAO:0009031
Ontology
Anatomy Ontology
Relationships
develops from
develops into
is a type of
Expression
Genes with most Figures
Thisse recommended In Situ Probes
Antibody Labeling
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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