ID | Name | Number of studies | |
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CL_0000151 | secretory cell | 13 | |
CL_0000501 | granulosa cell | 1 |
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 | granulosa cell |
Synonyms | granulosa cell of ovary |
Description | A supporting cell for the developing female gamete in the ovary of mammals. They develop from the coelomic epithelial cells of the gonadal ridge. Granulosa cells form a single layer around the mammalian oocyte in the primordial ovarian follicle and advance to form a multilayered cumulus oophorus surrounding the ovum in the Graafian follicle. The major functions of granulosa cells include the production of steroids and LH receptors. |
Parent | CL_0000151 |