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Endothelium
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Definition
: A layer of epithelium that lines the heart, blood vessels (ENDOTHELIUM, VASCULAR), lymph vessels (ENDOTHELIUM, LYMPHATIC), and the serous cavities of the body.
GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; usually NIM with specific organ IM
Examples
Endothelium, Corneal
;
Endothelium, Lymphatic
;
Endothelium, Vascular
Other names
Endotheliums
Substance
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Source
podoendin protein, rat
0
*Membrane Glycoproteins
Endothelium.
J Exp Med 1985;162(1):245
Ulex europaeus lectins
0
*Plant Lectins
Endothelium
Ulex.
Am J Clin Pathol 1983;79(1):32