Tormogen cell
- Pronunciation
- /tor-moh-JEN sell/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Tormogen cell
- Plural
- Tormogen cells
Definition
Specialized epidermal cells that surround and support sensory neurons in insect chemosensilla.
Etymology
Example
The tormogen cells surrounding the sensilla of a moth help to maintain the structure and function of the chemoreceptors.
Related Terms
- Chemosensilla
- Sensory neurons
- Epidermal cells
Usage Notes
Tormogen cells are often found in clusters and play a role in regulating the flow of odorant molecules to the sensory neurons.