Tubule

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In biology, a tubule is a general term referring to small tube or similar type of structure. Specifically, tubule can refer to:

  • a small tube or fistular structure
  • a minute tube lined with glandular epithelium
  • any hollow cylindrical body structure
  • a minute canal found in various structures or organs of the body
  • a slender elongated anatomical channel
  • a minute tube, especially as an anatomical structure.
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