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neuromast-associated ionocyte

Term ID
ZFA:0005962
Synonyms
Definition
Ionocytes associated with neuromasts. Nm ionocytes are not present at the time of neuromast deposition, and are derived from basal keratinocytes surrounding neuromasts. Nm ionocyte progenitors migrate into neuromasts as pairs of cells. The invasion process is triggered in response to changing environmental stimuli such as salinity and pH. (1)
Appears at
Unknown
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
Ontology
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Expression
Genes with most Figures
Thisse recommended In Situ Probes
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Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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