EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT & STEM CELL COMPENDIUM
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Embryonic Capillary Plexus


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Embryonic capillary plexus are small blood vessels which form following aggregation of blood islands, their rapid sprouting, acquisition of a lumen, and unification. The plexus gradually take on a horseshoe shape. This plexus is formed within the first three weeks of gestation in humans.

The establishment of endothelial cells in mammals occurs via both extraembryonic and intraembryonic vasculogenesis.
Primary capillary plexus
Embryonic Capillary Plexus
Multiple Ancestors Single Ancestor No Descendants Develops from Part of Parent