Subcapsular sinus of lymph node
System
Immune/Lymphatic
Subcapsular sinus of lymph node
Definition
A space between the capsule and the cortex which allows the free movement of lymphatic fluid and so contains a sparsity of lymphocytes. It is continuous with the similar lymph sinuses that flank the trabeculae.
Also known as lymph node subcortical sinus — per UBERON
The Subcapsular sinus of lymph node is a part of the Immune/Lymphatic.