Bone matrix
A Volkmann’s canal is visible in this longitudinal section of decalcified cortical bone. Volkmann’s and Haversian canals convey blood vessels and both are lined by endosteum. Some cells visible in the lumens may also be those of endothelial cells lining blood vessels. 400x
Haversian canals
A Volkmann’s canal is visible in this longitudinal section of decalcified cortical bone. Volkmann’s and Haversian canals convey blood vessels and both are lined by endosteum. Some cells visible in the lumens may also be those of endothelial cells lining blood vessels. 400x
Volkmann's canal
A Volkmann’s canal is visible in this longitudinal section of decalcified cortical bone. Volkmann’s and Haversian canals convey blood vessels and both are lined by endosteum. Some cells visible in the lumens may also be those of endothelial cells lining blood vessels. 400x
Endosteal cells
A Volkmann’s canal is visible in this longitudinal section of decalcified cortical bone. Volkmann’s and Haversian canals convey blood vessels and both are lined by endosteum. Some cells visible in the lumens may also be those of endothelial cells lining blood vessels. 400x
Osteocytes
A Volkmann’s canal is visible in this longitudinal section of decalcified cortical bone. Volkmann’s and Haversian canals convey blood vessels and both are lined by endosteum. Some cells visible in the lumens may also be those of endothelial cells lining blood vessels. 400x
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This image was taken of slide in the Nova Southeastern University collection.
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