Stellate
Stellate
Stellate (/ˈstɛleɪt/ or /ˈstɛlət/; from Latin stellatus, "starred") refers to any structure or pattern that resembles a star, with points radiating from the center. The term is used in various fields of study, including biology, anatomy, and pathology.
Etymology
The term stellate is derived from the Latin word stellatus, which means "starred". It is used to describe anything that has a star-like shape or pattern.
Pronunciation
The word stellate is pronounced as /ˈstɛleɪt/ or /ˈstɛlət/.
In Biology
In biology, stellate is used to describe cells or tissues that have a star-like shape. For example, stellate cells in the liver are star-shaped cells that play a role in liver fibrosis and the immune response.
In Anatomy
In anatomy, the term stellate is used to describe structures that have a star-like shape. For example, the stellate ganglion is a collection of nerves in the neck that has a star-like shape.
In Pathology
In pathology, stellate is used to describe certain patterns seen in diseases. For example, a stellate wound is a star-shaped wound, often caused by an object piercing the skin at an angle.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stellate
- Wikipedia's article - Stellate
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