Body System
organ system
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(organ system) An anatomical structure that consists of organs and organ subclasses responsible for certain body functions. Representative examples are the gastrointestinal system, urinary system, and hematopoietic system.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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(organ system) Anatomical structure, each instance of which has as its direct parts instances of one or more organ types which are interconnected with one another by zones of continuity. Examples: nervous system, cardiovascular system, alimentary system.Foundational Model of AnatomyUniversity of Washington, 2017
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(organ system) Anatomical structure, which consists of members of predominantly one organ subclass; these members are interconnected by zones of continuity. Examples: skeletal system, cardiovascular system, alimentary system.Digital AnatomistUniversity of Washington, 2003
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Although each organ has its specific functions, organs also function together in groups, called organ systems. Doctors categorize disorders and their own medical specialties according to organ systems.Merck & Co., Inc., 2020
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Although each organ has its specific functions, organs also function together in groups, called organ systems. Doctors categorize disorders and their own medical specialties according to organ systems.Merck & Co., Inc., 2020
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