Microvilli

Minute projections of cell membranes which greatly increase the surface area of the cell.

Year introduced: 1984(1978)

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Tree Number(s): A11.284.180.565

MeSH Unique ID: D008871

Entry Terms:

• Microvillus
• Brush Border
• Border, Brush
• Borders, Brush
• Brush Borders
• Striated Border
• Borders, Striated
• Border, Striated
• Striated Borders

Previous Indexing:

• Cell Membrane (1966-1977)
• Intestinal Mucosa (1966-1977)
• Kidney Cortex (1973-1977)
• Kidney Tubules, Proximal (1973-1977)

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Anatomy Category
Cells
Cellular Structures
Cell Surface Extensions
Microvilli