Cell ID: CL0000650

Cell Name: mesangial cell

CSI Thresholds:

Select	Context	Threshold
	Overall	12.6525
	Cortex of kidney + Type 2 diabetes mellitus	23.6689
	Kidney	18.2371
	Type 2 diabetes mellitus	16.6595
	Kidney + Healthy	12.0971
	Healthy	11.0159
	Cortex of kidney + Healthy	7.8421
	Cortex of kidney	6.8519
	Renal medulla	2.5573
	Renal medulla + Healthy	2.4657

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

Description: A cell type that encapsulates the capillaries and venules in the kidney. This cell secretes mesangial matrix that provides the structural support for the capillaries.

Synonyms: kidney mesangial cell