Term Name:	type EC enteroendocrine cell
Synonyms:	argentaffin cell, enterochromaffin cell, Kulchitsky cell
Definition:	A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal mucosa, particularly in the glands of pyloric antrum; duodenum; and ileum. These cell type secretes serotonin and some neurotransmitters including enkephalins and substance P. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin stain).
Ontology:	Cell Ontology [CL:0000577]