Body Patterning

**Definition:** 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.

**Tree numbers:** - G07.345.500.100

**Synonyms:** - Body Pattern Formation - Body Pattern Specification