ID | Name | Number of studies | |
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CL_0000442 | follicular dendritic cell | 4 | |
CL_0000473 | defensive cell | 0 |
Gene | Number of supported studies | Average coverage | Other major groups (express this gene) | Other cell types (express this gene) |
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No associated gene sets found.
Cell type name | follicular dendritic cell |
Synonyms | |
Description | A cell with extensive dendritic processes found in the B cell areas (primary follicles and germinal centers) of lymphoid tissue. They are unrelated to the dendritic cell associated with T cells. Follicular dendritic cells have Fc receptors and C3b receptors, but unlike other dendritic cells, they do not process or present antigen in a way that allows recognition by T cells. Instead, they hold antigen in the form of immune complexes on their surfaces for long periods and can present antigen to B cells during an immune response. |
Parent | CL_0000473 |