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microvasculature
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mi·cro·vas·cu·la·ture  (mkr-vsky-l-chr, -chr)
n.
The portion of the circulatory system composed of the smallest vessels, such as the capillaries, arterioles, and venules.

micro·vascu·lar (-ky-lr) adj.


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Additionally, curcumin-treated mice experienced a reduction in vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), indicating reduced angiogenesis, as well as significantly lower microvessel density in adipose tissue.
In those mice, we observed a suppression of microvessel density in fat tissue, a sign of less blood vessel growth and thus less expansion of fat.
Data reflecting tissue perfusion, microvessel permeability, and the extracellular leakage space can be obtained.
 
 
 
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