areola
areola mammae
Subdivision of breast which consists of skin, connective tissue and smooth muscle bundle and modified sebaceous glands and which surrounds the nipple.
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| Type | Muscle |
| Body System | Integumentary |
| Parent Structure | external soft tissue zone |
| Latin Name | areola mammae |
| FMA ID | 67796 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the areola?
Subdivision of breast which consists of skin, connective tissue and smooth muscle bundle and modified sebaceous glands and which surrounds the nipple.
What body system is the areola part of?
The areola is part of the Integumentary.
What is the Latin name for the areola?
The Latin name for the areola is areola mammae.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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