Oxyphil Cell

**Semantic type:** Cell

**Definition:** A glandular cell with acidophilic cytoplasm that contains tightly packed mitochondria. Oxyphil cells are found in the thyroid gland (Hurthle cells) and parathyroid gland.

**Synonyms:** - Askenazy Cells - Oncocyte - Oncocytes - Oxyphil Cells - Oxyphilic Cell