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Zona Reticularis

Medical Definition: The inner zone of the adrenal cortex. This zone consists of an anastomosing network of cells which resemble those of the zona fasciculata except for the fact that they contain less lipid. The mitochondria are elongated and contain a mixture of tubular and flattened cristae.
Guide Notes: inner zone of adrenal cortex
Previously Indexed: Adrenal Cortex (1975-1988),Adrenal Glands (1966-1988)

Zona Reticularis Medical Definitions and Terms

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