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PectoralMuscles1

tissue_organ_import: 
pectoral muscles
Clinical description: 
The 3 muscles involved in flight in the bird, called the pectoral muscles, lie on either side of the keel bone. These muscles are very large, making them ideal for body muscle assessment. The muscles should be smooth and have a relatively uniform texture.
Record number: 
10311
Case number: 
Unknown
Age: 
6 weeks
Breed: 
White Leghorn
Clinical form: 
Unknown
Infection type: 
Unknown
Housing/mgmnt type: 
Select One
Priority: 
1
Rights: 
© Cornell University
Etiology: 
Tissues and organs: 
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