mesenchymal
/ˌmɛzˈɛŋkɪməl/
adjective
- Relating to mesenchyme, the embryonic connective tissue that develops into bones, cartilage, blood vessels, and other tissues.
- Mesenchymal stem cells can differentiate into bone, cartilage, and fat cells.
- Researchers are studying mesenchymal cells for regenerative medicine.
- The mesenchymal layer gives rise to the skeletal system.