ID | Name | Number of studies | |
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CL_0000094 | granulocyte | 8 | |
CL_0000767 | basophil | 4 |
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 | basophil |
Synonyms | basophilic leucocyte basophilic leukocyte |
Description | Any 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. |
Parent | CL_0000094 |