" /> epithelioid cells - CISMeF





Preferred Label : epithelioid cells;

MeSH definition : Characteristic cells of granulomatous hypersensitivity. They appear as large, flattened cells with increased endoplasmic reticulum. They are believed to be activated macrophages that have differentiated as a result of prolonged antigenic stimulation. Further differentiation or fusion of epithelioid cells is thought to produce multinucleated giant cells (GIANT CELLS).;

MeSH synonym : cell, epithelioid; cells, epithelioid; epithelioid cell;

MeSH annotation : a type of macrophage; A 11 qualif; do not confuse with EPITHELIAL CELLS; a type of macrophage; do not confuse with EPITHELIAL CELLS;

Wikipedia link : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epithelioid cells;

Details


Keyword's position in hierarchy(ies) : arborescence

You can consult :

Characteristic cells of granulomatous hypersensitivity. They appear as large, flattened cells with increased endoplasmic reticulum. They are believed to be activated macrophages that have differentiated as a result of prolonged antigenic stimulation. Further differentiation or fusion of epithelioid cells is thought to produce multinucleated giant cells (GIANT CELLS).

Nous contacter.
07/05/2025


[Home] [Top]

© Rouen University Hospital. Any partial or total use of this material must mention the source.