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单词 paraganglion
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Definition of paraganglion in English:

paraganglion

noun ˌparəˈɡaŋɡlɪən
Anatomy
  • Any of the small aggregates of chromaffin cells found in association with autonomic ganglia and nerves. Also: any of the small collections of glomus cells found in association with certain blood vessels, acting as chemoreceptors.

Origin

Early 20th century. From para- + ganglion, after German Paraganglion.

 
 

Definition of paraganglion in US English:

paraganglion

nounˌparəˈɡaŋɡlɪən
Anatomy
  • Any of the small aggregates of chromaffin cells found in association with autonomic ganglia and nerves. Also: any of the small collections of glomus cells found in association with certain blood vessels, acting as chemoreceptors.

Origin

Early 20th century. From para- + ganglion, after German Paraganglion.

 
 
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