ultimobranchial body

corpus ultimopharyngeum

An outpocketing of one of the caudal pharyngeal pouches that is comprised on calcitonin-producing parafollicular cells.

Type Organ
Body System Endocrine
Latin Name corpus ultimopharyngeum

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ultimobranchial body?
An outpocketing of one of the caudal pharyngeal pouches that is comprised on calcitonin-producing parafollicular cells.
What body system is the ultimobranchial body part of?
The ultimobranchial body is part of the Endocrine.
What is the Latin name for the ultimobranchial body?
The Latin name for the ultimobranchial body is corpus ultimopharyngeum.

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