Term Name: vernix caseosa
Synonyms: vernix, vernix caseosa
Definition: An unctuous substance composed of sebum and desquamated epithelial cells, which covers the skin of the fetus.
Ontology: Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0007108]

Relationships
develops from: periderm
is part of: late embryo
is a type of: secretion of exocrine gland