In what type of cells is the smooth endoplasmic reticulum found?

Question

Its found in plant and animal cells, but multi-cellular organisms contain different cell types, tissues and organs, and there are many diff. types of organism. Please be specific on what type of cells its found in

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Answer 1

its found in all cells

Answer 2

Read through the following quote from the website listed.

"Smooth endoplasmic reticulum is chiefly involved, however, with the production of lipids (fats), building blocks for carbohydrate metabolism, and the detoxification of drugs and poisons. Therefore, in some specialized cells, such as those that are occupied chiefly in lipid and carbohydrate metabolism (brain and muscle) or detoxification (liver), the smooth endoplasmic reticulum is much more extensive and is crucial to cellular function. Smooth endoplasmic reticulum also plays a role in various cellular activities through its storage of calcium and involvement in calcium metabolism. In muscle cells, smooth endoplasmic reticulum releases calcium to trigger muscle contractions. "

So some cells/tissues with smooth endoplasmic reticulum include brain cells, muscle cells, and liver cells.

Answer 3

Smooth ER is found in all eukaryotic cells. It is more predominate in cells that are involved in large amounts of lipid synthesis and in cells that detoxify compounds. So, one cell type which has a lot of smooth ER is the hepatocyte, or liver cell. Others are cells in the ovary and testes that synthesize hormones. I'd guess it's also present in larger amounts in plant cells that synthesize oils and other lipids.

Answer 4

in your muscle cells.