functional cell
[ˈfʌŋkʃənəl sɛl]
nounpl: functional cells
célula funcional
1. A cell that performs a specific biological function or role within an organism, as opposed to a stem cell or undifferentiated cell
The nerve cells in the brain are functional cells that transmit electrical signals.
As células nervosas no cérebro são células funcionais que transmitem sinais elétricos.
2. In cellular biology, a mature cell that has differentiated and is capable of carrying out specialized tasks
Red blood cells are functional cells designed to transport oxygen throughout the body.
As células vermelhas do sangue são células funcionais projetadas para transportar oxigênio por todo o corpo.
3. A cell that is actively engaged in metabolic processes and maintains normal physiological activity
Cardiac functional cells contract to pump blood efficiently.
As células funcionais cardíacas se contraem para bombear sangue eficientemente.
This is a technical term primarily used in scientific, medical, and academic contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It reflects the importance of cellular biology in understanding human physiology and disease. The term is standardized across English and Portuguese scientific communities with minimal regional variation.
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