Continuous capillary

Definition

Capillary that has endothelial cells that provide an uninterrupted lining, and only allow small molecules, like water and ions to diffuse through tight junctions which leave gaps of unjoined membrane which are called intercellular clefts.

Also known as continuous blood vessel endothelium, continuous capillary vessel — per UBERON

The Continuous capillary is a part of the Cardiovascular.

Also identified as

• NCIT C32370 per UBERON
• UMLS C1179614 per UBERON