transzonal

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

trans- +‎ zonal

Adjective[edit]

transzonal (not comparable)

  1. Through a zone.
    • 2015 August 19, Hongshan Ge et al., “Effects of Mitochondrial Uncoupling Protein 2 Inhibition by Genipin in Human Cumulus Cells”, in BioMed Research International[1], volume 2015, →DOI:
      Yet, CCs are closer to the oocyte and maintain a proximity relationship via transzonal processes and gap junctions with the oocyte, providing nutrients, maturation-enabling factors, and an optimal microenvironment to ensure successful maturation and further developmental competence.