cortical intermediate zone

cerebral cortex mantle layer

The region of the developing mammalian cortex that extends between the ventricular zone and the cortical plate (CP); normally, the IZ is a region of tangential migration of cells, and at midgestation, the lower part of the IZ develops into the subventricular zone.

Type Organ
Parent Structure layer of developing cerebral cortex
Latin Name cerebral cortex mantle layer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cortical intermediate zone?
The region of the developing mammalian cortex that extends between the ventricular zone and the cortical plate (CP); normally, the IZ is a region of tangential migration of cells, and at midgestation, the lower part of the IZ develops into the subventricular zone.
What is the Latin name for the cortical intermediate zone?
The Latin name for the cortical intermediate zone is cerebral cortex mantle layer.

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