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basal proper cell of olfactory epithelium

Term ID
CL:0002184
Synonyms
  • horizontal basal cells
Definition
A flat or angular epithelial cell with condensed nuclei and darkly staining cytoplasm containing numerous intermediate filaments inserted into desmosomes contacting surrounding supporting cells; lie in contact with the basal lamina of olfactory epithelium. (2)
References
  • FMA:62304
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