Labrocyte (Noun)
Meaning
A large connective tissue cell that contains histamine and heparin and serotonin which are released in allergic reactions or in response to injury or inflammation.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- In severe allergic reactions, the release of histamine by mast cells or labrocytes exacerbates respiratory symptoms.
- The presence of increased numbers of labrocytes near the injured site indicates a robust inflammatory response.
- Labrocytes and mast cells are often found together in connective tissue and release similar chemical mediators during an allergic reaction.
- The mechanisms that control the activity of labrocytes are complex and involve the interplay of multiple cellular signals.
- Studies have shown that labrocytes, along with mast cells and T cells, play a crucial role in the initiation of allergic reactions.