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basement membrane [′bās·mənt ′mem‚brān] (histology) A delicate connective-tissue layer underlying the epithelium of many organs. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Nidogen-1 acts as a bridge between the extra-cellular matrix molecules laminin-1 and collagen IV, and it participates in the assembly of the basement membranes. This means that the delivery has to overcome the physical barriers (ie, the blood vessels, basement membranes, and the fascia) surrounding each muscle. These sheets, called basement membranes, typically serve as scaffolding for cells making up an organ. |
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