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Anatomy Ontology

shield

Term ID
ZFA:0000071
Synonyms
  • dorsal organizer
  • organizer
  • Spemann Mangold organizer
  • Spemann's organizer
Definition
Embryonic structure that is a local accumulation of cells along the germ ring. The shield marks the dorsal side of the embryo. (1)
Appears at
Gastrula:Shield (6.0h-8.0h)
Evident until
Gastrula:Shield (6.0h-8.0h)
References
  • TAO:0000071
Ontology
Anatomy Ontology
Relationships
develops into
is part of
is a type of
Expression
Genes with most Figures
Thisse recommended In Situ Probes
Antibody Labeling
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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