follicular dendritic cell Due to its unique lineage and distinct function, this is not a type of dendritic cell; CL:0000451. SNOMEDCT:56685008 NCIt:C12622 ISBN:127520252 cell A cell with extensive dendritic processes found in the B cell areas (primary follicles and germinal centers) of lymphoid tissue. They are unrelated to the dendritic cell associated with T cells. Follicular dendritic cells have Fc receptors and C3b receptors, but unlike other dendritic cells, they do not process or present antigen in a way that allows recognition by T cells. Instead, they hold antigen in the form of immune complexes on their surfaces for long periods and can present antigen to B cells during an immune response. cell type