👉 Basocytosis, also known as "basophilic" or "basophytes," is a type of epithelial cell that originates from the basement membrane of the blood vessels. Basocytosis cells are found in the walls of blood vessels and can be seen in various diseases such as allergic reactions, autoimmune disorders, and certain types of cancer. Basocytosis cells have a large number of basophilic granules (microfilaments) that are responsible for their permeability