dictionary help| malpighian pyramid --> renal pyramid | medical dictionary |
One of a number of pyramidal masses seen on longitudinal section of the kidney; collectively, they constitute the renal medulla, and contain part of the secreting tubules and the collecting tubules.
Synonyms: pyramis renalis, malpighian pyramid, medullary pyramid.
(05 Mar 2000)
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