Human Heart Field

The Human Heart Field (HHF) refers to a specific area in the early developing embryo where the heart begins to form. It comprises groups of cells that have the potential to develop into the heart and its related structures. This field guides the correct positioning and development of the heart during embryogenesis. Understanding HHF helps scientists learn how the heart develops normally and what can cause congenital heart defects. Essentially, it's the foundational region from which the heart originates during early human development, crucial for proper formation and function.