Experimental Factor Ontology (EFO)
OWL
Last submission date April 15, 2024
ID http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CL_0000767
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CL_0000767
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Preferred name

basophil

Synonyms

polymorphonuclear leucocyte

Definitions

Any of the immature or mature forms of a granular leukocyte that in its mature form has an irregularly shaped, pale-staining nucleus that is partially constricted into two lobes, and with cytoplasm that contains coarse, bluish-black granules of variable size. Basophils contain vasoactive amines such as histamine and serotonin, which are released on appropriate stimulation. A basophil is CD123-positive, CD193-positive, CD203c-positive, and FceRIa-positive.

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