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Microvillus
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A finger-like projection of the plasma membrane found in epithelial cells that increases the surface area of the apical domain of the epithelium. It is comprised of plasma membrane that is supported by longitudinal actin filaments that are crosslinked by fimbrin and villin. [ ]
Term info
Label
Microvillus
Synonyms
- Microvillus
Legacy Concept Name
Microvillus
Preferred Name
Microvillus
Semantic Type
Anatomical Structure
UMLS CUI
C0026049
code
C33112
Term relations
Subclass of:
- Villus
- Digestive System Part
- Anatomic_Structure_Is_Physical_Part_Of some Villus
- Anatomic_Structure_Is_Physical_Part_Of some Cell
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