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GO: Biological Process

metanephric capsule formation

Term ID
GO:0072266
Synonyms
Definition
The developmental process pertaining to the initial formation of a metanephric capsule from unspecified parts. The metanephric capsule is the tough fibrous layer surrounding the metanephros, covered in a thick layer of perinephric adipose tissue. It provides some protection from trauma and damage.
References
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
is part of
has parts
is a type of
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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