Parafollicular cell

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008442",
  "term": "Parafollicular cell",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A neuroendocrine cell type found in the thyroid gland, distinct from the follicular cells that produce thyroid hormones. These cells, also known as C cells, are responsible for secreting calcitonin, a hormone involved in calcium homeostasis. Calcitonin acts to lower blood calcium levels by inhibiting osteoclast activity.",
  "synonyms": [
    "C cell"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "neuroendocrine",
    "hormone",
    "thyroid gland"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 790 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/parafollicular-cell/"
}