Merkel Cells: A Review on Role of Merkel Cells in Histology and Disease

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  • Nandhini G. Ashok Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals
  • Abilasha Ramasubramanian Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals

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Merkel‑cell carcinoma, Merkel cells, neuroendocrine cells

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The basic objective of this review is to understand the role of Merkel cells (MCs). MCs are neuroendocrine cells present in the epidermis of basal layers of vertebrates. The origin of MCs is controversial. They act as mechanoreceptors. MC carcinoma is known to be aggravating primary cutaneous neoplasm. Diagnosis of this is based on their staining. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are given for such patients.

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28-08-2022

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Ashok NG, Ramasubramanian A. Merkel Cells: A Review on Role of Merkel Cells in Histology and Disease. Int J Orofac Res [Internet]. 2022 Aug. 28 [cited 2025 May 21];2(2):45-7. Available from: https://editorialmanager.in/index.php/ijofr/article/view/445

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Vol. 2 No. 2 (2017): July-December

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