transzonal

English

Etymology

From trans- +‎ zonal.

Adjective

transzonal (not comparable)

1. Through a zone.
   • 2015 August 19, Hongshan Ge et al., “Effects of Mitochondrial Uncoupling Protein 2 Inhibition by Genipin in Human Cumulus Cells”, in BioMed Research International‎^[1], volume 2015, →DOI:

     Yet, CCs are closer to the oocyte and maintain a proximity relationship via transzonal processes and gap junctions with the oocyte, providing nutrients, maturation-enabling factors, and an optimal microenvironment to ensure successful maturation and further developmental competence.