Histology I
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jandrews31711 on October 16, 2012
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Words and Definitions of terms relating to Histology
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Exocrine Gland | Groups of cells that secrete their chemical substances into ducts that lead out of the body or to another organ |
| Endocrine Gland | Groups of cells that secrete their substances directly into the bloodstream |
| Mesothelium | Cellular covering that forms the lining of the serous membranes |
| Meniscus | Curved fibrous cartilage found in some joints that cushions forces |
| Ligament | Band of fibrous connective tissue that connects one bone to another bone |
| Tendon | Band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone |
| Fascia | Sheet of fibrous connective tissue that covers, supports, and separates muscle |
| Osteoblasts | Immature bone cells that produce bony tissue |
| Osteoclasts | Phagocytic cells that eat away bony tissue from the medullary cavity of bone |
| Osteocytes | Mature osteoblasts |
| Medullary Cavity | Inner space of bone that contains yellow bone marrow |
| Endothelium | Cellular covering that forms the lining of internal organs, including blood vessels |
| Atrophy | Decrease in size or complete wasting of an organ or tissue or cell |
| Dystrophy | Defective growth in the size of an organ or tissue or cell |
| Dysplasia | Abnormal growth or development of an organ or tissue or cell |
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