thyroid follicle
thyroid follicles
Discrete, cystlike units of the thyroid gland that are lined with cuboidal epithelium and are filled with a colloid substance, about 30 to each lobule[BTO].
| Type | Gland |
| Body System | Nervous |
| Parent Structure | organ part |
| Latin Name | thyroid follicles |
| FMA ID | 68805 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the thyroid follicle?
Discrete, cystlike units of the thyroid gland that are lined with cuboidal epithelium and are filled with a colloid substance, about 30 to each lobule[BTO].
What body system is the thyroid follicle part of?
The thyroid follicle is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the thyroid follicle?
The Latin name for the thyroid follicle is thyroid follicles.
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