Microscopic view of Kupffer's vesicle (IMAGE)

Syracuse University

Microscopic view of Kupffer's vesicle

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A microscopic view of Kupffer’s vesicle (KV), a tiny, fluid-filled, balloon-shaped structure in zebrafish embryos that plays a crucial role in establishing body symmetry and guiding the placement of internal organs.

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Syracuse University

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