Telocyte

A unique interstitial cell characterized by extremely long and thin cytoplasmic prolongations (telopodes), involved in intercellular communication and tissue homeostasis.

Key Functions:

Forms a complex network for intercellular communication.
Modulates cell proliferation, differentiation, and tissue repair.
Involved in signaling pathways and maintaining tissue microarchitecture.

Interacting Systems & Components:

Cellular Communication (facilitates)
Tissue Repair (involved in)
Extracellular Matrix (interacts with)