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    Glossary Hair Matrix Cells

    specialized cells that produce and support hair growth

    Hair matrix cells are specialized cells located at the base of the hair follicle. They are responsible for producing the hair shaft and the inner root sheath, which support and protect the growing hair. These cells rapidly divide and differentiate, contributing to hair growth and regeneration.

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