primitive streak

primitive streak - blastopore - germ ring

The primitive streak is a structure that forms during the early stages of avian, reptilian and mammalian embryonic development[WP]. the midline ridge of the embryonic epiblast that later develops into mesoderm and endoderm[MP].

Type Organ
Latin Name primitive streak - blastopore - germ ring
FMA ID 293110

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primitive streak?
The primitive streak is a structure that forms during the early stages of avian, reptilian and mammalian embryonic development[WP]. the midline ridge of the embryonic epiblast that later develops into mesoderm and endoderm[MP].
What is the Latin name for the primitive streak?
The Latin name for the primitive streak is primitive streak - blastopore - germ ring.

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