proepicardium

proepicardial cluster

An embryonic group of progenitor cells that forms from an outpouching of the septum transversum near the venous pole of the heart and gives rise to the epicardium.

Type Vessel
Body System Cardiovascular
Parent Structure mesenchyme
Latin Name proepicardial cluster

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the proepicardium?
An embryonic group of progenitor cells that forms from an outpouching of the septum transversum near the venous pole of the heart and gives rise to the epicardium.
What body system is the proepicardium part of?
The proepicardium is part of the Cardiovascular.
What is the Latin name for the proepicardium?
The Latin name for the proepicardium is proepicardial cluster.

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