Term Name: | metanephric cap |
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Synonyms: | cap mesenchyme, condensed mesenchyme |
Definition: | The metanephric cap is formed by the condensation of metanephric mesenchymal cells surrounding the ureteric bud tip[GO]. Mesenchyme closely apposed to the tips of the buds is called cap mesenchyme; it will later go on to form nephrons etc[GUDMAP]. |
Ontology: | Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0005107] |