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hypochord

Term ID
UBERON:0003058
Synonyms
  • ipochord
  • subnotochordal rod
Definition
The hypochord is a transient rod-like structure in the embryos of fish, lampreys and amphibians that is located immediately ventral to the notochord. The hypochord may play a role in positioning the dorsal aorta[GO]. (2)
References
  • AAO:0000733
  • EFO:0003475
  • TAO:0000031
  • VHOG:0000081
  • XAO:0000056
  • ZFA:0000031
Ontology
Uberon Ontology
Relationships
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