OBO ID: ZFA:0009209
Term Name: dendritic cell Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • interdigitating cell
  • veiled cell
Definition: A cell of hematopoietic origin, typically resident in particular tissues, specialized in the uptake, processing, and transport of antigens to lymph nodes for the purpose of stimulating an immune response via T cell activation. (1)
Appears at: Unknown
Evident until: Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References:
  • CL:0000451
  • TAO:0009209
Ontology: Anatomy Ontology
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