Osteoblasts
Bone-forming cells.
Cells that synthesize the collagen-rich bone matrix (osteoid) and regulate its mineralization with hydroxyapatite. Activated by PTH (indirectly), vitamin D, and mechanical loading.
How one textbook covers it
Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary
Cells that synthesize the collagen-rich bone matrix (osteoid) and regulate its mineralization with hydroxyapatite. Activated by PTH (indirectly), vitamin D, and mechanical loading.
Related terms
Hydroxyapatite, Osteoclasts