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Parafollicular cells (C-cells) in the thyroid are derived from

A
Neural crest
B
Ultimobranchial body
C
Median bud of pharynx
D
Pharyngeal pouch
High-Yield Explanation
Cells of the ultimobranchial body give rise to the parafollicular, or C cells of the thyroid gland. These cells secrete calcitonin, a hormone involved in regulation of the calcium level in the bloodRef: Langman&;s Medical embryology; 12th edition; Chapter 17; Head and Neck
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