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periderm

enveloping layer

The outermost layer (or layers, depending on the species) of embryonic skin, essential for the development of the epidermis and establishment of the barrier functions. The periderm derives from the outer layer of the ectoderm.

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Type Organ
Body System Integumentary
Latin Name enveloping layer
FMA ID 295662

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the periderm?

The outermost layer (or layers, depending on the species) of embryonic skin, essential for the development of the epidermis and establishment of the barrier functions. The periderm derives from the outer layer of the ectoderm.

What body system is the periderm part of?

The periderm is part of the Integumentary.

What is the Latin name for the periderm?

The Latin name for the periderm is enveloping layer.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:295662 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0003055 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.