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Cells present in parathyroid glands are all except

A
Chief cells
B
Parietal cells
C
Oxyphil cells
D
Water-clear cells
High-Yield Explanation
The parathyroid glands of infants and children are composed mainly of chief cells, which produce parathyroid hormone (PTH). Acidophilic, mitochondria-rich oxyphil cells are derived from chief cells, can be seen around pubey, and increase in numbers in adulthood. A third group of cells, known as water-clear cells, also are derived from chief cells, are present in small numbers, and are rich in glycogen. Although most oxyphil and water-clear cells retain the ability to secrete PTH, their functional significance is not known.

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