Cumulus
Cumulus
Cumulus (pronounced: /ˈkjuːmjʊləs/) is a term used in various fields of medicine. The term originates from the Latin word 'cumulus', meaning 'heap' or 'pile'.
In Anatomy
In the field of Anatomy, a cumulus is a term used to describe a small rounded mass or heap of a particular substance. For example, the Cumulus Oophorus (also known as the Egg Hill) is a cluster of cells that surround the Oocyte in the Ovary.
In Pathology
In Pathology, the term cumulus is used to describe a heap-like structure or accumulation of cells or other material. For instance, a Cumulus Cell is a type of cell that surrounds the Oocyte and aids in its development and maturation.
In Radiology
In Radiology, a cumulus refers to a cloud-like cluster of microcalcifications seen on a mammogram, which can be an indication of Breast Cancer.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cumulus
- Wikipedia's article - Cumulus
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