Mesothelium
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Mesothelium Definition
A simple layer of cells, derived from the mesoderm that lines the coelom or body cavity of the embryo. In the adult, it covers all true serous membranes (peritoneum, pericardium, pleura).
Mesothelium Synonyms
Mesothelium
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