Myoblast

Definition

A myoblast is a type of embryonic progenitor cell that is responsible for the development of muscle tissue. These cells differentiate and fuse to form multinucleated muscle fibers essential for muscle growth and repair.

Related terms

Muscle Fiber:

A long cylindrical cell formed by the fusion of myoblasts, characterized by multiple nuclei and specialized for contraction.

Satellite Cell: A type of stem cell found in muscle tissue that plays a key role in the repair and regeneration of damaged muscle fibers.

Differentiation:

The process by which cells become specialized into specific types, such as myoblasts developing into mature muscle cells