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Organ

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A unique macroscopic (gross) anatomic structure that performs specific functions. It is composed of various tissues. An organ is part of an anatomic system or a body region. Representative examples include the heart, lung, liver, spleen, and uterus. [ ]

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Label

Organ

Synonyms
  • Organ
  • Organs
  • organ
ALT DEFINITION

A part of the body that performs a specific function. For example, the heart is an organ.

Display Name

Organ

Semantic Type

Body Part, Organ, or Organ Component

UMLS CUI

C0178784

code

C13018