In histology, osteoid is the unmineralized, organic portion of the bone matrix that forms prior to the maturation of bone tissue. Osteoblasts begin the process of forming bone tissue by secreting the osteoid as several specific proteins. When the osteoid becomes mineralized, it and the adjacent bone cells have developed into new bone tissue. Osteo... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osteoid
(from the article `bone formation`) ...the first type begins in the embryonic skeleton with a cartilage model, which is gradually replaced by bone. Specialized connective tissue cells ... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/o/36
the extracellular matrix inwhich bone forms. It is high in collagen and other bone proteins but lacks any crystal formation.
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<pathology> Uncalcified bone matrix, the product of osteoblasts. Consists mainly of collagen, but has osteonectin present. ... (18 Nov 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(os´te-oid) resembling bone. the organic matrix of bone; young bone that has not undergone calcification. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: os′tē-oyd Definitions: 1. Relating to or resembling bone. 2. Newly formed organic bone matrix before calcification. Synonyms: ossiform Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=63795