Blastula
| Definition: |
An early non-mammalian embryo (EMBRYO, NONMAMMALIAN) that follows the MORULA stage. Blastula is usually a spherical structure containing a single layer of cells with a hollow cavity. |
| Notes: |
non-mammalian only; mammalian, use BLASTOCYST |
| Previously Indexed: |
Blastocyst (1980-2002),Embryo, Nonmammalian (1975-2002) |
Blastula Definitions and Terms
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