extracellular space
[/ˌɛkstrəˈsɛljələr speɪs/]
nounpl: extracellular spaces
espaço extracelular
1. The region outside of cells in tissues, containing interstitial fluid, proteins, and other molecules that facilitate cell communication and nutrient exchange
Ions move through the extracellular space to maintain cellular osmotic balance.
Os íons se movem através do espaço extracelular para manter o equilíbrio osmótico celular.
2. In anatomy and physiology, the compartment of the body that is not contained within cells, typically comprising about 15% of body weight
The extracellular space contains cerebrospinal fluid in the brain and interstitial fluid in tissues.
O espaço extracelular contém fluido cerebrospinal no cérebro e fluido intersticial nos tecidos.
3. The microenvironment surrounding cells that plays a crucial role in cell-to-cell signaling and tissue organization
Growth factors diffuse through the extracellular space to reach target cells.
Os fatores de crescimento se difundem através do espaço extracelular para alcançar as células-alvo.
This is primarily a scientific and medical term used uniformly across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese-speaking regions. It is essential terminology in biomedical research, medicine, and cellular biology education. The term reflects the globalized nature of scientific nomenclature, with minimal regional variation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
extracellular space and intracellular space together form the total body water
maintaining proper osmotic balance across the extracellular-intracellular boundary
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