A cell found in connective tissue that contains numerous basophilic granules and releases substances such as heparin and histamine in response to injury or inflammation of bodily tissues.

• 肥大细胞，嗜碱性细胞：位于连接性组织的细胞。含大量嗜碱性的颗粒，当身体组织受到损伤或发炎时会释放出肝素、组胺等物质