Term Name: osteon
Synonyms: bone matrix, haversian canal, haversian system, haversian systems, volkmann's vessel
Definition: A circular structural unit of bone tissue. It consists of a central hole, the Haversian canal through which blood vessels run, surrounded by concentric rings, called lamellae.
Ontology: Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0014730]

Relationships
is part of: compact bone tissue
has parts: haversian canal
is a type of: organ part