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General Information
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iridophore differentiation |
ID (Ontology) |
GO:0050935 (Gene Ontology) |
| Definition |
The process in which a relatively unspecialized cell acquires the specialized features of an iridophore. Iridophores are pigment cells derived from the neural crest. They contain guanidine or other purine crystals deposited in stacks called reflecting platets or iridisomes. This gives them a silver, gold, or iridescent appearance.[ PubMed:11858836 ] |
| Also Known As |
"iridophore cell differentiation" |
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