thyroid follicular lumen
follicular lumen
A follicular lumen is the closed cavity within a follicle of the thyroid gland. It is surrounded by follicular cells and filled with colloid, a concentrated solution of thyroglobulin.
| Type | Gland |
| Body System | Nervous |
| Parent Structure | anatomical space |
| Latin Name | follicular lumen |
| FMA ID | 68829 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the thyroid follicular lumen?
A follicular lumen is the closed cavity within a follicle of the thyroid gland. It is surrounded by follicular cells and filled with colloid, a concentrated solution of thyroglobulin.
What body system is the thyroid follicular lumen part of?
The thyroid follicular lumen is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the thyroid follicular lumen?
The Latin name for the thyroid follicular lumen is follicular lumen.
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