Question

what is basal lamina

Answer 1

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The basal lamina is a layer of extracellular matrix secreted by the epithelial cells, on which the epithelium sits. It is often incorrectly referred to as the basement membrane, though it does constitute a portion of the basement membrane. The basal lamina is visible only with the electron microscope, where it appears as an electron-dense layer that is 20–100 nm thick.

Answer 2

The basal lamina (lamina - layers), also known as the basement membrane, is a specialised form of extracellular matrix. The basal lamina can be organised in three ways: 1. it can surround cells (for example muscle fibres have a layer of basal lamina around them);