Endothelial
Endothelial
Endothelial (pronunciation: en·do·the·li·al, /ˌendəˈTHēlēəl/) refers to the thin layer of simple squamous cells that lines the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels, forming an interface between circulating blood or lymph in the lumen and the rest of the vessel wall. The cells are called endothelial cells.
Etymology
The term "endothelial" is derived from the Greek words "endon" meaning "within" and "thēlē" meaning "nipple". It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the inner lining of the blood vessels.
Related Terms
- Endothelium: The thin layer of cells that lines the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels.
- Endothelial cells: The cells that make up the endothelium.
- Endothelial dysfunction: A broad term that describes impaired functioning of the endothelium.
- Endothelial progenitor cells: Cells that give rise to endothelial cells.
- Vascular endothelial growth factor: A signal protein produced by cells that stimulates the formation of blood vessels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Endothelial
- Wikipedia's article - Endothelial
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