Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Melanagogue

👉 Melanagogue is a term used in medicine to refer to a cell that secretes melanin, an important pigment in the skin. Melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin, which helps regulate skin color and protect the skin from damage. The term "melanagogue" was coined by Rudolf Virchow in 1890 and is now commonly used to describe this type of cell in dermatology and other medical fields.

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