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Intramembranous Preosteoblasts (MFBs)


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Intramembranous preosteoblasts are cells in the inner layer of the periosteum that develop into osteoblasts. Theses cells secrete the osteoid, an organic non-mineralized portion of the bone matrix which is formed before maturation of the bone.

Prenatal
Intramembranous Preosteoblasts
Multiple Ancestors Single Ancestor No Descendants Develops from Part of Parent