target cell

from WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006)
target cell
    n 1: any cell that has a specific receptor for an antigen or
         antibody or hormone or drug, or is the focus of contact by
         a virus or phagocyte or nerve fiber etc.
    2: an abnormal red blood cell with the appearance of a dark ring
       surrounding a dark center; associated with anemia
    

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