A peg cell is a non-ciliated epithelial secretory cell within the uterine tube (oviduct or fallopian tube).[1] These cells represent one of three epithelial cell types found within the normal fallopian tube epithelium and only make up around 10% of the total number of cells. The other two cell types are ciliated columnar and intercalary cells.[1] The ratio of these remaining cells is dictated by an individual's hormone status. Peg cells secrete nutrients for the egg cell.
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Thought to represent a quiescent maturational stage of secretory cells.
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References edit
- ^ a b Paxton, Steve; Peckham, Michelle; Knibbs, Adele (2003). "The Leeds Histology Guide". Retrieved 7 October 2022.
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- Histology image: 18501loa – Histology Learning System at Boston University
- Histology image: 18604loa – Histology Learning System at Boston University