Band cell
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A band cell (also called band neutrophil, band form or stab cell) is a cell undergoing granulopoiesis, derived from a metamyelocyte, and leading to a mature granulocyte.
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Band cell | |
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Precursor | Metamyelocyte |
Gives rise to | Granulocyte |
Identifiers | |
TH | H2.00.04.3.04011 |
FMA | 86471 |
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It is characterized by having a curved but not lobular nucleus.[1]
The term "band cell" implies a granulocytic lineage (e.g., neutrophils).[2]