Is an Osteon and Osteocyte the Same Thing?

Osteons refer to the chief structural unit of a compact bone, consisting of lamellae and Haversian canals. But, osteocytes refer to the bone cells formed when and osteoblasts become embedded in the material it has secreted.

Are osteocytes found in osteon?

The osteon consists of a central canal called the osteonic (haversian) canal, which is surrounded by concentric rings (lamellae) of matrix. Between the rings of matrix, the bone cells (osteocytes) are located in spaces called lacunae.

What is another name for osteon?

A central canal containing blood capillaries and the concentric osseous lamellae around it occurring in compact bone. Synonym: haversian system.