Spindle-shaped
Spindle-shaped
Spindle-shaped (pronunciation: /ˈspɪn.dəl ʃeɪpt/) is a term used in various fields of study, including biology, anatomy, and pathology, to describe an object or cell that is wide in the middle and tapers at both ends.
Etymology
The term "spindle-shaped" is derived from the shape of a spinning tool known as a spindle, which has a similar wide-middle, tapered-ends form.
Definition
In a biological context, spindle-shaped often refers to the morphology of certain types of cells, such as smooth muscle cells or fibroblasts. These cells are wider in the middle and taper off at both ends, resembling the shape of a spindle.
Related Terms
- Smooth muscle cells: These are a type of muscle cell that are spindle-shaped. They are found in various parts of the body, including the digestive tract, urinary bladder, and blood vessels.
- Fibroblasts: These are a type of cell found in connective tissue. They are also spindle-shaped and play a crucial role in wound healing.
- Spindle apparatus: This is a structure that forms during cell division. It is composed of spindle fibers, some of which are spindle-shaped.
- Spindle neuron: Also known as von Economo neurons (VENs), these are a specific type of neuron that are spindle-shaped. They are found in the brains of humans and some other mammals.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spindle-shaped
- Wikipedia's article - Spindle-shaped
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