Collops

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Collops

Collops (/ˈkɒləps/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the study of Histology, to refer to small, rounded masses or lumps. The term is often used to describe the appearance of certain cells or tissues under a microscope.

Etymology

The term 'collops' originates from the Middle English word 'colhop', which was used to describe a small piece of meat. In the medical context, it has been adapted to describe the appearance of certain cells or tissues that resemble small pieces or lumps.

Usage in Medical Context

In the field of Histology, 'collops' is used to describe the appearance of certain cells or tissues when viewed under a microscope. For example, in the study of adipose tissues, the term 'collops' may be used to describe the small, rounded masses of fat cells that are characteristic of this type of tissue.

Related Terms

  • Histology: The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.
  • Adipose Tissue: A type of connective tissue that stores fat.
  • Cell: The basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all known living organisms.

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