Term Name: cuticular extracellular matrix
Synonyms: collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix, collagen and cuticulin-based exoskeleton extracellular matrix, cuticular ECM
Definition: A collagen and cuticulin-based noncellular, multilayered structure that is synthesized by an underlying ectodermal (hypodermal) cell layer. The cuticle serves essential functions in body morphology, locomotion, and environmental protection. An example of this component is found in Caenorhabditis elegans.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0060102]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
has parts: alae of collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix basal layer of collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix cortical layer of collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix epicuticle of collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix medial layer of collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix surface coat of collagen and cuticulin-based cuticle extracellular matrix
is a type of: specialized extracellular matrix