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Villus

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A small, vermiform process that is found on certain membranes; function is determined by the specific membrane location. [ ]

Term info

Label

Villus

Synonyms
  • Villus
  • villus
ALT DEFINITION

A tiny hair-like projection, often on the surface of mucous membranes. The plural is villi.

Semantic Type

Anatomical Structure

UMLS CUI

C1519988

code

C33874