Membranöst

Membranöst is a term used in biology and medicine to describe something that relates to, is composed of, or is characterized by membranes. Membranes are thin, flexible layers that surround cells, organelles, or form partitions within the body. This adjective can be applied in various contexts.

In cell biology, membranöst refers to structures or processes involving cell membranes. For example, the cell membrane itself is a fundamental membranöst component of all living cells, regulating the passage of substances in and out. Organelles like the nucleus, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum are also enclosed by their own membranöst structures.

Medically, the term can describe conditions or tissues. For instance, a membranöst inflammation indicates that inflammation is occurring within or affecting a membrane. Membranöst glomerulonephritis is a specific kidney disease where thickening of the glomerular basement membrane occurs, impacting kidney function. Similarly, membranöst otitis media refers to inflammation of the middle ear involving the tympanic membrane or other membranous structures within the ear. The application of membranöst highlights the involvement of these thin, sheet-like biological structures.