Uberon definition : Portion of the middle of the three primary germ layers of the embryo that resides
on the periphery of the embryo, is continuous with the extra-embryonic mesoderm, splits
into two layers enclosing the intra-embryonic coelom, and gives rise to body wall
structures[MP].;
Uberon synonym : lateral mesoderm; LPM;
Uberon related term : lateral plate; lateral plate mesenchyme;
Uberon Homology note : A ventrolateral zone of amphioxus mesoderm grows down to surround the gut. Homology
of this zone to the lateral plate mesoderm of vertebrates is supported by site of
origin and fate.[well established][VHOG];
Portion of the middle of the three primary germ layers of the embryo that resides
on the periphery of the embryo, is continuous with the extra-embryonic mesoderm, splits
into two layers enclosing the intra-embryonic coelom, and gives rise to body wall
structures[MP].