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Sertoli cell

Term ID
ZFA:0009133
Synonyms
  • Sertoli cells
Definition
A supporting cell projecting inward from the basement membrane of seminiferous tubules. They surround and nourish the developing male germ cells and secrete androgen binding protein. Their tight junctions with the spermatogonia and spermatocytes provide a blood-testis barrier.
Appears at
Larval:Days 21-29 (21d-30d, 7.8mm, 10 teeth)
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
  • CL:0000216
  • TAO:0009133
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Expression
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Phenotype
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