chorionic terminal villous capillary

terminal villous capillary

A capillary that is part of a chorionic terminal villus. This capillary is generally narrow, but displays sinusoidal dilations along its length, often at the points of acute bends. These dilations bring the capillary endothelium into close contact with the overlying syncytiotrophoblast to form a vasculosyncytial membrane.

Type Vessel
Parent Structure capillary
Latin Name terminal villous capillary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the chorionic terminal villous capillary?
A capillary that is part of a chorionic terminal villus. This capillary is generally narrow, but displays sinusoidal dilations along its length, often at the points of acute bends. These dilations bring the capillary endothelium into close contact with the overlying syncytiotrophoblast to form a vas
What is the Latin name for the chorionic terminal villous capillary?
The Latin name for the chorionic terminal villous capillary is terminal villous capillary.

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