NCIt definition : The inner most layer of the blood vessel wall. The consistency of the intima will
vary depending on the type of blood vessel, but will always have an endothelial layer
with a basal lamina. It may contain collagen and elastic fibers.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: The inner most layer of the blood vessel wall. The consistency of the intima
will vary depending on the type of blood vessel, but will always have an endothelial
layer with a basal lamina. It may contain collagen and elastic fibers. (NCI);