proventriculus outer layer [FBbt_00005755]
The outer layer of the proventriculus, produced from the anterior projection of the endodermal midgut which grows over the esophagus. It can be divided into 2 zones, with the anterior region being formed by columnar cells and the posterior region by cuboidal cells. It is covered by a loose network of muscle fibers.
proventriculus outer layer
ID: FBbt_00005755
Anatomy
The outer layer of the proventriculus, produced from the anterior projection of the endodermal midgut which grows over the esophagus. It can be divided into 2 zones, with the anterior region being formed by columnar cells and the posterior region by cuboidal cells. It is covered by a loose network of muscle fibers.
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- is part of: midgut epithelium, proventriculus
Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| outer wall of the cardia | exact synonym | King, 1988 |
Parts of proventriculus outer layer (7 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| adult proventriculus epithelial zone 5.5 | Adult, Anatomy | |
| adult proventriculus epithelial zone 5 | Adult, Anatomy | |
| adult proventriculus epithelial zone 6 | Adult, Anatomy | |
| adult proventriculus zone 5 epithelial cell | Adult, Cell | |
| adult proventriculus zone 6 epithelial cell | Adult, Cell |
Subclasses of proventriculus outer layer (2 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| adult proventriculus outer layer | Adult, Anatomy | |
| embryonic/larval proventriculus outer layer | Anatomy, Larva |
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