progenitorcel
Progenitorcel is a hypothetical cell type in developmental and theoretical biology. It is described as an intermediate progenitor between pluripotent stem cells and lineage-restricted progenitors, arising during early embryogenesis and, in some models, during tissue regeneration. The term emphasizes a transitional state capable of generating multiple downstream lineages while retaining limited self-renewal.
Characteristics and lineage potential: In proposed frameworks, progenitorcel exhibits a multipotent yet finite proliferative capacity. It
Developmental role and regulation: Progenitorcel is positioned after germ layer formation to contribute to organ primordia
Research and use: The concept is primarily used in theoretical discussions, computer simulations, and educational contexts
See also: Progenitor cell, Stem cell, Intermediate progenitor, Cell lineage tracing.