Mesodermal
Mesodermal
Mesodermal (pronunciation: /ˌmɛsəʊˈdɜːməl/) is a term used in Embryology to describe one of the three primary germ layers in the very early embryo. The other two layers are the ectoderm and endoderm, with the mesoderm being the middle layer.
Etymology
The term "mesodermal" is derived from the Greek words "mesos" meaning middle, and "derma" meaning skin. This is reflective of its position in the developing embryo.
Function
The mesodermal layer forms a variety of tissues and structures in the body, including the heart, blood, blood vessels, skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, bones, cartilage, connective tissue, adipose tissue, lymphatic system, reproductive system, and the kidneys and ureters.
Related Terms
- Ectoderm: The outermost of the three germ layers, forming the epidermis and nervous system.
- Endoderm: The innermost of the three germ layers, forming the gastrointestinal tract, the lungs, and other associated structures.
- Germ layer: Any of the three layers of cells differentiated in embryos, consisting of the ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm.
- Embryology: The branch of biology and medicine concerned with the study of embryos and their development.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mesodermal
- Wikipedia's article - Mesodermal
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