Membranous
Membranous refers to the characteristic of being composed of or containing a membrane. In the field of medicine and biology, it is often used to describe certain structures or conditions that involve membranes.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
In anatomy, the term "membranous" is used to describe structures that are thin, pliable, and often semi-transparent, much like a membrane. For example, the membranous labyrinth is a part of the inner ear that is encased in bone and filled with fluid.
Pathology[edit | edit source]
In pathology, "membranous" can refer to a type of disease or condition that affects the membranes of the body. For instance, membranous nephropathy is a kidney disease that affects the glomerular basement membrane, leading to proteinuria and potentially chronic kidney disease.
Histology[edit | edit source]
In histology, "membranous" can refer to the appearance of certain tissues under a microscope. For example, membranous epithelium is a type of epithelial tissue that appears thin and flat, similar to a membrane.
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