Meaning extracellular matrix
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extracellular matrix


The substance in which animal tissue cells are embedded; consists of protein and polysaccharides.
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extracellular matrix


(ECM) Region outside of metazoan cells which includes compounds attached to the plasma membrane, as well as dissolved substances attracted to the surface charge of the cells. The ECM functions both to [..]
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extracellular matrix


The material in between cells that holds tissues together, usually made of scaffolding proteins such as collagen.
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extracellular matrix


A usually insoluble network consisting of polysaccharides, fibrous proteins, and adhesive proteins that are secreted by animal cells. It provides structural support in tissues and can affect the devel [..]
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extracellular matrix


A meshwork-like substance found within the Extracellular Space and in Association with the Basement Membrane of the Cell surface. It promotes Cellular Proliferation and provides a supporting structure [..]
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extracellular matrix


A meshwork-like substance found within the extracellular space and in association with the basement membrane of the cell surface. It promotes cellular proliferation and provides a supporting structure [..]
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extracellular matrix


the non-cellular component of tissue.
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extracellular matrix


A complex mixture of polysaccharides (glycosaminoglycans or cellulose) and proteins (collagen) secreted by cells. The extracellular matrix serves as a structural element in tissues.
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