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A histological specimen of submandibular salivary gland represents basket cells from which some processes radiate and embrace the secretory unit. Contraction of the processes of these cells helps in expelling secretions from the lumen of secretory units and moving them to the system of excretory ducts. Name these cells:

Answer options

  1. Myoepithelial cells
  2. Mucocytes
  3. Adipocytes
  4. Epithelial cells
  5. Serous cells
Correct answer

Myoepithelial cells

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