embryonic cloacal fold

cloacal fold

One of the pair of mesenchymal swellings (folds) located on either side of the cloacal membrane during the indifferent stage of embryonic development; cranial to the cloacal membrane the folds unite to form the genital tubercle; caudally the folds are subdivided into urogenital folds anteriorly and anal folds posteriorly.

Type Organ
Parent Structure multi-tissue structure
Latin Name cloacal fold

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the embryonic cloacal fold?
One of the pair of mesenchymal swellings (folds) located on either side of the cloacal membrane during the indifferent stage of embryonic development; cranial to the cloacal membrane the folds unite to form the genital tubercle; caudally the folds are subdivided into urogenital folds anteriorly and
What is the Latin name for the embryonic cloacal fold?
The Latin name for the embryonic cloacal fold is cloacal fold.

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