Granular

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Granular is a term often used in the medical field to describe a texture, appearance, or quality of certain biological materials or conditions. It is derived from the word "granule", which refers to a small particle or grain.

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In a medical context, granular refers to the appearance of a substance, tissue, or organ that is characterized by small, grain-like particles. This can be observed in various medical conditions and biological materials, such as skin, kidney tissues, and certain types of cells.

Granular Appearance in Medical Conditions[edit | edit source]

There are several medical conditions that are characterized by a granular appearance. For example, granular cell tumor is a type of tumor that has a granular appearance due to the presence of small, grain-like particles in the tumor cells. Similarly, granular cell myoblastoma is a rare benign tumor that also has a granular appearance.

Granular Materials in Biology[edit | edit source]

In biology, granular materials refer to substances that are composed of small particles or grains. These can include certain types of cells, such as granulocytes, which are a type of white blood cell that have a granular appearance. Other examples include granular leukocytes, which are a type of white blood cell that contain granules filled with enzymes that are released during infections or allergic reactions.

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