Under electron microscopy, the space between the osteocyte plasma membrane and the lacunar wall is termed the:
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Correct answer: Pericellular space
The pericellular space contains a specialized extracellular matrix and fluid. It is crucial for the transport of molecules between the cell and the vascular supply in the Haversian canals.
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