NIH MeSH · D006654Disciplines and Occupations
Histology, Comparative
Also known asComparative Histology
Definition
The study of the similarities and differences in the structures of homologous tissues across various species.
MeSH classification
- H01.158.100.656.469
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Common questions about Histology, Comparative
What does Histology, Comparative mean in medicine?
The study of the similarities and differences in the structures of homologous tissues across various species. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Histology, Comparative known by any other names?
Yes. Histology, Comparative is also referred to as Comparative Histology in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Histology, Comparative sit in the medical classification?
Histology, Comparative falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H01.158.100.656.469). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D006654) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗