| Metamyelocyte | |
| Precursor: | Myelocyte |
| Givesriseto: | Band cell |
| Function: | A cell undergoing granulopoiesis, leading to a band cell |
A metamyelocyte is a cell undergoing granulopoiesis, derived from a myelocyte, and leading to a band cell.
It is characterized by the appearance of a bent nucleus, cytoplasmic granules, and the absence of visible nucleoli. (If the nucleus is not yet bent, then it is likely a myelocyte.)