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thyrotroph

Term ID
CL:0000476
Synonyms
  • beta-basophil
  • thyroid stimulating hormone secreting cell
  • thyrotrope
Definition
A basophil cell of the anterior pituitary that produces thyroid stimulating hormone, thyrotrophin. This cell type is elongated, polygonal and lie in clusters towards the adenohypophyseal center. 0517223651
References
  • FMA:83099
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