paraganglion
/ˌparəˈɡaŋɡlɪən/Anatomy
noun
Any of the small aggregates of chromaffin cells found in association with autonomic ganglia and nerves. Also: any of the small collections of glomus cells found in association with certain blood vessels, acting as chemoreceptors.
Origin
Early 20th century. From para- + ganglion, after German Paraganglion.
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