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5 HT containing enterochromaffin cells

A subtype of enteroendocrine cells found in the gastrointestinal mucosa, particularly in the glands of pyloric antrum; duodenum; and ileum. These cells secrete mainly serotonin and some neuropeptides. Their secretory granules stain readily with silver (argentaffin stain).

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