basophil report

I. Related cell sub types

II. Gene markers

Gene
Number of
supported studies
Average coverage
Other major groups
(express this gene)
Other cell types
(express this gene)

III. Associated gene sets

No associated gene sets found.

IV. Literature review

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Cell type namebasophil
Synonymsbasophilic leucocyte
basophilic leukocyte
DescriptionAny of the immature or mature forms of a granular leukocyte that in its mature form has an irregularly shaped, pale-staining nucleus that is partially constricted into two lobes, and with cytoplasm that contains coarse, bluish-black granules of variable size. Basophils contain vasoactive amines such as histamine and serotonin, which are released on appropriate stimulation. A basophil is CD123-positive, CD193-positive, CD203c-positive, and FceRIa-positive.
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