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Rete
Rete (pronunciation: /ˈriːtiː/) is a term used in medicine to refer to a network or plexus, often of veins, arteries, or capillaries. The term is derived from the Latin word 'rete', meaning 'net'.
Etymology
The term 'Rete' is derived from the Latin word 'rete', which translates to 'net' in English. This is in reference to the network-like structure of certain anatomical features, such as veins, arteries, or capillaries.
Related Terms
- Rete testis: A network of tubules in the testis where sperm mature.
- Rete ovarii: A network of tubules in the ovary.
- Rete mirabile: A complex of arteries or veins found in some animals.
- Rete pegs: Projections of the dermis which extend into the overlying epidermis.
- Rete ridges: The downward projections of the epidermis between the rete pegs.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rete
- Wikipedia's article - Rete
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