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Anatomy Head and neck baf6b4c2

C cells are present in

A
Thyroid gland
B
Parathyroid gland
C
Pituitary gland
D
Thymus
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 blood.Reference: Krishna Garg Histology; 5th edition; Page no: 230; 232

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