Osteoblasts

Bone-forming cells which secrete an EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX. HYDROXYAPATITE crystals are then deposited into the matrix to form bone.

Year introduced: 1965(1964)

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Tree Number(s): A11.329.629

MeSH Unique ID: D010006

Entry Terms:

• Osteoblast

See Also:

• Osteoclasts

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Anatomy Category
Cells
Connective Tissue Cells
Osteoblasts
Osteocytes