fibroblast

synonyms: desmocyte, fibrocyte
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10719

Flat fibrous tissue cell, with stellate or spindle shape, associated with the formation of collagen fibers and intercellular extracellular matrix.

Note: This cell may develop into a number of precursor cells, such as collagenoblasts, osteoblasts, and chondroblasts.
Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. (Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)) on page 755 [Terms] [Paper]
Citation: 'fibroblast' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10719 RIS BibTex EndNote
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