Tissue that covers surfaces exposed to the environment, lines internal passages and chambers and forms Glands.
Epiphysis
A part of a Long Bone (ends) developed from a center of Ossification that is initially separated from the shaft by Cartilage.
Epiphyseal Plate
A thin region, adjacent to the Epiphysis in which Osteoblasts constantly turn Cartilage into Bone.
Epineurium
The outer layer of Connective Tissue that surrounds the Nerve.
Epinephrine
A Hormone secreted as a Neurotransmitter by certain Neurons; also known as Adrenaline.
Epimysium
Connective Tissue that surrounds the whole Muscle.
Epiglottis
A leaf-shaped Cartilage found on the Posterior aspect to the Tongue; closes the Larynx during Swallowing.
Epigastric
The Superior and Medial part of the Abdomen located between the Costal Margins.