The sternum germinativum, also known as the germinal layer of the sternum, plays a crucial role in the development and growth of the sternum and surrounding structures. It is responsible for the production of cartilage and bone cells, facilitating the proper formation and fusion of the sternum during early development. This layer ensures the structural integrity of the rib cage, which is vital for protecting internal organs and supporting respiration. Additionally, any abnormalities in the germinal layer can lead to congenital defects in the sternum, impacting overall thoracic function.
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keeps most bacteria, viruses and water out
The heat is posterior to the sternum, not anterior. It is a midline structure, like the sternum, so it is not lateral to the sternum.
They are called corns.
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dorsal means being behind in position of so yes it is dorsal to the sternum
superior, in anatomical terms means closer to the top of the body, and inferior means closer to the bottom of the body. eg, your neck is superior to your pelvis. anterior means towards the front of the body, posterior towards the back. eg, your sternum is anterior of your scapular. so, 'is your spine superior to your sternum' is not correct. this actually mixes the terminology of superior/inferior and anterior/posterior. your spine cannot be 'higher' than your sternum, it can however be posterior to your sternum. Hope this helps!
The gallbladder is lateral to the sternum. The sternum is a midline structure.
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The sternum develops somewhere between week 6 and 8, so well within the first trimester.
Sternocostal or costosternal means pertaining to the breastbone and ribs.Costosternal