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.

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.