I. Related cell sub types
ID | Name | Number of studies  | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CL_0000864 | tissue-resident macrophage | 7 | |
| CL_3000001 | Hofbauer cell | 2 |
ID | Name | Number of studies | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CL_0000864 | tissue-resident macrophage | 7 | |
| CL_3000001 | Hofbauer cell | 2 |
Gene | Number of supported studies | Average coverage | Other major groups (express this gene) | Other cell types (express this gene) |
|---|
No associated gene sets found.
| Cell type name | Hofbauer cell |
| Synonyms | |
| Description | A tissue-resident macrophage that is part of the placenta. A Hofbauer cell expresses high levels of growth factors and metalloproteinases that support vasculogenesis, angiogenesis, branching morphogenesis and tissue remodeling. A Hofbauer cell has a fetal origin and is present throughout pregnancy. |
| Parent | CL_0000864 |
