Venule. Light micrograph of a section through a venule, part of the venous system. These vessels arise from capillaries and are characterized by a wid

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Venule. Light micrograph of a section through a venule, part of the venous system. These vessels arise from capillaries and are characterized by a widening diameter and the acquisition of fibroblasts and mesenchymal cells (collectively pericytes) that associate with the external aspect of the venule wall. Magnification: x460 when printed at 10 centimetres across.

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