Endomysium

Definition

Endomysium is a thin layer of connective tissue that envelops each individual muscle fiber within skeletal muscles. It provides structural support and facilitates the exchange of metabolites between blood vessels and muscle fibers.

Related terms

Muscle Fiber:

A single muscle cell that contracts in response to neural stimulation, making up the functional unit of skeletal muscles.

Perimysium:

The connective tissue sheath that groups muscle fibers into bundles or fascicles within a skeletal muscle.

Epimysium:

The outer layer of dense irregular connective tissue surrounding an entire skeletal muscle, providing overall structure and protection to the muscle