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alpha cell

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Main Entry: alpha cell
Function: noun
: an acidophilic glandular cell (as of the pancreas or the adenohypophysis) —compare BETA CELL
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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alpha cell n.

  1. Cells situated on the periphery of the islets of Langerhans.

  2. Cells containing acidophil granules in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. Also called A cell.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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