Mesometrium Definition It refers to the mesentery of the uterus. Mesentery refers to a double layer of peritoneum which joins itself to the posterior wall of the abdominal cavity and renders support to the small intestines. (more…)
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Medullary Ray Definition It is the center of the renal lobule (also known as cortical lobule) that comprises of a collection of straight distal and proximal tubules that direct from and towards the medulla as well as the collecting ducts. (more…)
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What is Palatine tonsil? It refers to one of the tonsils that are visually apparent on the right and left sides at the back of the throat. It is sometimes also referred to as “Faucial tonsil.”In Latin, it is known as “Tonsilla palatina”. (more…)
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Right lymphatic duct Definition It refers to either of the terminal lymphatic vessels. It is the equivalent of the thoracic duct on the right side of the body. The structure was first discovered by Nicolas Steno, also known as the father of geology. (more…)
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What is Tunica vaginalis? It refers to a mesothelium-lined serous sac that contains the testicle and sections of the body and tip of the epididymis. It is the serous membranous covering of the testis, except the posterior region. (more…)
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What is Pars intermedia? It is the section of the pituitary gland that is located in the brains of vertebrates. It forms a boundary between the posterior and the anterior sections of the gland. (more…)
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Fundiform ligament of Penis Definition It refers to a thickening of the superficial fascia that stretches from the linea alba of the wall of the lower abdomen. In other words, it is a band of fibrous and elastic fibers that blends with the fascia which surrounds the penis. (more…)
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What is Clitoral glans? It refers to an external section of the Clitoris or the female sexual organ. It is also known by the names ‘Clitoris of the glans’. In Latin, it is referred to as ‘Glans clitoridis’. It is called ‘Gland du clitoris’ in French. (more…)
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What is Fibrous pericardium? It is a fibrous sac that acts as the outermost layer of the pericardium, a thin sac-like membrane that envelops the heart. (more…)
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What is Transverse temporal gyrus? It refers to a gyrus or convolution that can be found in primary auditory cortex situated inside the lateral sulcus of the Brodmann regions 41 of the human brain. (more…)
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