proventriculus inner layer [FBbt_00005753]
The inner layer of the proventriculus, produced from the invagination of the posterior region of the esophagus (foregut). It is formed by a simple low cuboidal epithelium. The cuticle the lines the inner wall is thicker than other regions in the cardia, and it forms several longitudinal folds, causing the esophageal lumen to appear irregular in cross section.
proventriculus inner layer
ID: FBbt_00005753
Anatomy
The inner layer of the proventriculus, produced from the invagination of the posterior region of the esophagus (foregut). It is formed by a simple low cuboidal epithelium. The cuticle the lines the inner wall is thicker than other regions in the cardia, and it forms several longitudinal folds, causing the esophageal lumen to appear irregular in cross section.
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- is part of: foregut epithelium, proventriculus
Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| inner wall of the cardia | exact synonym | King, 1988 |
Subclasses of proventriculus inner layer (2 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| adult proventriculus inner layer | Adult, Anatomy | |
| embryonic/larval proventriculus inner layer | Anatomy, Larva |
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