How Do Parafollicular Cells Differ from Follicular Cells?
Parafollicular cells differ from follicular cells in several ways. While follicular cells line the thyroid follicles and are involved in the production of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4), parafollicular cells are located between the follicles and secrete calcitonin. Additionally, parafollicular cells are derived from neural crest cells, whereas follicular cells originate from endodermal tissue.
