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Muscle, Striated
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Definition
: One of two types of muscle in the body, characterized by the array of bands observed under microscope. Striated muscles can be divided into two subtypes: the CARDIAC MUSCLE and the SKELETAL MUSCLE.
Examples
Muscle, Skeletal
;
Myocardium
;
Myofibrils
Other names
Striated Muscles; Muscles, Striated; Striated Muscle