Definition of Somatic cell

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Somatic cell

The term 'Somatic cell' as it applies to the area of stem cell research can be defined as 'Any body cell other than gametes (egg or sperm); sometimes referred to as 'adult' cells. See also Gamete'.

The term 'Somatic cell' as it applies to the area of gnome research can be defined as 'Any cell in the body except gametes and their precursors'.


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