Hyalocyte
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Hyalocytes are specialized cells found in the vitreous body of the eye. They are derived from retinal pigment epithelium and are responsible for the maintenance of vitreous clarity and volume.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "hyalocyte" is derived from the Greek words "hyalos" meaning glass and "kytos" meaning cell. This is in reference to the clear, glass-like appearance of the vitreous body where these cells are found.
Function[edit | edit source]
Hyalocytes are responsible for the synthesis and secretion of hyaluronan and collagen type II, which are essential components of the vitreous body. They also play a role in the maintenance of vitreous clarity and volume.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Abnormalities in hyalocytes can lead to various eye disorders. For instance, overproduction of hyaluronan by hyalocytes can result in vitreous hemorrhage and vitreous detachment. On the other hand, underproduction can lead to vitreous degeneration.
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