Melanocyte Cell

See: Immune System, Melanin, Neural-Crest, Stratum Basale, Epidermis (Skin).

References

(Wikipedia, 2020) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melanocyte Retrieved:2020-1-24.
- Melanocytes are melanin-producing neural crest-derived cells located in the bottom layer (the stratum basale) of the skin's epidermis, the middle layer of the eye (the uvea), the inner ear, vaginal epithelium, meninges, bones, and heart. Melanin is a dark pigment primarily responsible for skin color. Once synthesized, melanin is contained in special organelles called melanosomes which can be transported to nearby keratinocytes to induce pigmentation. Functionally, melanin serves as protection against UV radiation. Melanocytes also have a role in the immune system.