Merkel nerve ending

Merkel's disc

Mechanoreceptors found in the skin and mucosa of vertebrates that provide touch information to the brain. The information they provide are those regarding pressure and texture. Each ending consists of a Merkel cell in close apposition with an enlarged nerve terminal.

Type Bone
Système corporel Integumentary
Structure parente mechanoreceptor
Nom latin Merkel's disc
FMA ID 83606

Questions fréquentes

What is the Merkel nerve ending?
Mechanoreceptors found in the skin and mucosa of vertebrates that provide touch information to the brain. The information they provide are those regarding pressure and texture. Each ending consists of a Merkel cell in close apposition with an enlarged nerve terminal.
What body system is the Merkel nerve ending part of?
The Merkel nerve ending is part of the Integumentary.
What is the Latin name for the Merkel nerve ending?
The Latin name for the Merkel nerve ending is Merkel's disc.

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