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.