plural of membrane potential

filtration through a permeable or semipermeable membrane

(anatomy) The innermost layer of the choroid in the eye.

(biology) The cell membrane.

(anatomy) A bony element covered by cartilaginous tissue; an endochondral bone.

plural of membrane-bone

(anatomy) A broad fibroelastic sheet that connects the upper margin of the thyroid cartilage to the hyoid bone.

(pathology) During pregnancy, a premature rupture in which amniotic fluid is discharged from the uterus and vagina putting encumbent infant at risk for infection.

(anatomy) A thin membrane that lines the ligamentous surfaces of joint capsules, tendon sheaths where free movement is necessary, and bursae; it is composed of dense connective tissue and secretes synovial fluid.

(anatomy) A thin membrane that secretes serum lining an internal body cavity, such as the peritoneum, the pericardium, and the pleura.