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GlossaryBasaloid Cells

small, round cells in the skin's basal layer

Basaloid cells are a type of cell found in the basal layer of the epidermis, which is the outermost layer of the skin. These cells are small, round, and have a high nucleus-to-cytoplasm ratio, meaning their nuclei take up most of the cell's volume. They are crucial for skin regeneration and repair, as they can divide and differentiate into other types of skin cells. In pathology, the presence of basaloid cells can be significant, as they are often seen in certain types of skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma.

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research PTCH1 Germline Mutations and the Basaloid Follicular Hamartoma Values in the Tumor Spectrum of Basal Cell Carcinoma Syndrome (NBCCS)

21 citations , January 2018 in “Anticancer Research”

NBCCS and BFHS might be the same syndrome, helping better identify and manage cases.

research Distinct expression profile of stem cell markers, LGR5 and LGR6, in basaloid skin tumors

9 citations , January 2017 in “Virchows Archiv”

LGR5 and LGR6 are expressed differently in various skin tumors, which may offer clues about their origins.

research Other Questions on Basaloid Follicular Hamartoma

8 citations , February 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Basaloid follicular hamartoma's appearance can be similar to other skin conditions, and diagnosis should consider both the look and behavior of the tumor.