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medulla oblongata

bulb

Organ component of neuraxis that has as its parts the medullary reticular formation, inferior olivary complex and cochlear nuclear complex, among other structures[FMA]. The medulla oblongata lies directly above the spinal cord and controls vital autonomic functions such as digestion, breathing and the control of heart rate[GO].

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Type Organ
Système corporel Nerveux
Structure parente organ part
Nom latin bulb
FMA ID 62004

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the medulla oblongata?

Organ component of neuraxis that has as its parts the medullary reticular formation, inferior olivary complex and cochlear nuclear complex, among other structures[FMA]. The medulla oblongata lies directly above the spinal cord and controls vital autonomic functions such as digestion, breathing and t

What body system is the medulla oblongata part of?

The medulla oblongata is part of the Nerveux.

What is the Latin name for the medulla oblongata?

The Latin name for the medulla oblongata is bulb.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:62004 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0001896 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  3. Wikidata — Q189033 Structured knowledge base cross-reference
  4. Wikipedia — medulla oblongata Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.