Body Patterning

Synonyms

Axial Patterning (Embryology)

Body Pattern Formation

Body Pattern Specification

Development Polarity

Embryonic Pattern Formation

Embryonic Pattern Formations

Embryonic Pattern Specification

Formation, Embryonic Pattern

Pattern Formation, Body

Pattern Formation, Embryonic

Pattern Specification, Body

Pattern Specification, Embryonic

Patterning, Axial (Embryology)

Patterning, Body

Polarity of Development

Specification, Body Pattern

Specification, Embryonic Pattern

The processes occurring in early development that direct morphogenesis. They specify the body plan ensuring that cells will proceed to differentiate, grow, and diversify in size and shape at the correct relative positions. Included are axial patterning, segmentation, compartment specification, limb position, organ boundary patterning, blood vessel patterning, etc.