tubercle
tuber
A round nodule, small eminence, or warty outgrowth on an anatomical surface, such as bones, skin, or within the lungs (in the case of tuberculosis). They are also found on the leading edge of Humpback Whale's flippers, improving fluid flow over the flipper's surface[WP].
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | anatomical projection |
| Latin Name | tuber |
| FMA ID | 75429 |
Sub-structures
anterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra
Bone
bicipital tuberosity
Tendon
cervical vertebra 1 anterior tubercle
Bone
deltoid process
Organ
deltopectoral crest
Muscle
inner metacarpal tubercle
Organ
inner metatarsal tubercle
Organ
lateral tubercle of astragalus
Organ
outer metacarpal tubercle
Organ
outer metatarsal tubercle
Organ
pectoral flipper tubercle
Joint
pectoral process of humerus
Organ
posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra
Bone
skin bony tubercle
Organ
subarticular tubercles
Organ
supernumerary tubercles
Organ
supracondyle tubercle
Organ
tibial tuberosity
Bone
tubercle of calcaneus
Organ
tubercle of rib
Bone
ulnar tuberosity
Bone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tubercle?
A round nodule, small eminence, or warty outgrowth on an anatomical surface, such as bones, skin, or within the lungs (in the case of tuberculosis). They are also found on the leading edge of Humpback Whale's flippers, improving fluid flow over the flipper's surface[WP].
What is the Latin name for the tubercle?
The Latin name for the tubercle is tuber.
Related Structures
1st arch mandibular component
ventral mandibular arch
1st arch mandibular ectoderm
ectoderm of mandibular component
1st arch mandibular mesenchyme
mandibular component mesenchyme
1st arch mandibular mesenchyme from head mesenchyme
1st arch mandibular mesenchyme from neural crest
1st arch maxillary component
1st arch maxillary ectoderm
ectoderm of maxillary component
1st arch maxillary-mandibular cleft
1st arch maxillary-mandibular groove ectoderm
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