Synoviocytes [synoviocyty]

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Definition

Cells on the luminal surface of the SYNOVIAL MEMBRANE. Type A synoviocytes are MACROPHAGES responsible for waste removal from the joint cavity. Fibroblast-like type B synoviocytes are involved in production of joint matrix constituents (e.g., HYALURONAN; COLLAGEN; and FIBRONECTIN).

DUI
D000070918 MeSH Browser
CUI
M000611279
Previous indexing
Synovial Fluid (1971-2016); Synovial Membrane (1971-2016)
History note
2017
Public note
2017