Cell ID: CL0000166

Cell Name: chromaffin cell

CSI Thresholds:

Select	Context	Threshold
	Overall	11.0172
	Adrenal gland	11.0132
	Healthy	10.0710
	Intestine	6.0614
	Adrenal gland + Healthy	3.9922
	Intestine + Healthy	3.7611

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(Cell Significance Index is uniquely calculated using our advanced thresholding algorithms to reveal cell-specific gene markers.)

Description: A cell that stores epinephrine secretory vesicles. During times of stress, the nervous system signals the vesicles to secrete their hormonal content. Their name derives from their ability to stain a brownish color with chromic salts. Characteristically, they are located in the adrenal medulla and paraganglia of the sympathetic nervous system.

Synonyms: phaeochromocyte