MeSH definition : A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal MUCOSA, particularly
in the glands of PYLORIC ANTRUM; DUODENUM; and ILEUM. These cells secrete mainly SEROTONIN
and some neuropeptides. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin
stain).;
A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal MUCOSA, particularly
in the glands of PYLORIC ANTRUM; DUODENUM; and ILEUM. These cells secrete mainly SEROTONIN
and some neuropeptides. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin
stain).