Musculoskeletal System Back

Development of the vertebral column




1. Cartilaginous vertebral bodies
2. Intervertebral discs
3. Notochord
4. Skin
5. Spinal cord remnant
Technique: Paraffin section
Staining: Alcian-kernechtrot Orientation: Longitudinal section Developmental age: 7 weeks Magnification (objective): x20