Epiblast

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004014",
  "term": "Epiblast",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The outermost layer of cells in an early-stage embryo, situated above the hypoblast. During gastrulation, cells from the epiblast migrate and differentiate to form all three primary germ layers: the ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. This process establishes the fundamental body plan from which all tissues and organs of the fetus will develop.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "ectoderm"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 749 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/epiblast/"
}