Vasculogenesis
Vasculogenesis is the process of blood vessel formation occurring by a de novo production of endothelial cells.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˌvæskjʊloʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/
Etymology
The term "vasculogenesis" is derived from the Latin "vasculum" meaning "small vessel" and the Greek "-genesis" meaning "origin, creation".
Process
Vasculogenesis is the embryonic formation of the endothelial cells that form primitive blood vessels. It is one of the two processes (the other being angiogenesis) that form the entire circulatory system and is the first step in the formation of the embryo's circulatory system.
Related Terms
- Angiogenesis: The physiological process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels.
- Endothelial cells: Cells that line the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels.
- Circulatory system: The organ system that permits blood to circulate and transport nutrients.
- Embryo: An early stage of development of a multicellular organism.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vasculogenesis
- Wikipedia's article - Vasculogenesis
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