Cell
neuroendocrine cell
neu·ro·en·do·crine cell
Subclass of:
Endocrine Cells
Definitions related to neuroendocrine cells:
  • An endocrine cell that produces and releases hormones and regulatory proteins such as neurotransmitters and neuropeptide hormones. This type of cell enables autocrine communication with paracrine and endocrine cells throughout the body.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Specialized NEURONS that produce hormones, such as NEUROPEPTIDES or BIOGENIC AMINES. They generally are in the NERVOUS SYSTEM, such as HYPOTHALAMUS, but can be found in other organs or systems. These neurons contain dense neurosecretory granules and PROPROTEIN CONVERTASES allowing the rapidly release of NEUROHORMONES into the blood circulation upon stimulation.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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