cranial sensory ganglion

cranial nerve sensory ganglion

The ganglion found on the root of each cranial nerve, containing the cell bodies of afferent (sensory) neurons.

Type Nerve
Latin Name cranial nerve sensory ganglion
FMA ID 5887

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cranial sensory ganglion?
The ganglion found on the root of each cranial nerve, containing the cell bodies of afferent (sensory) neurons.
What is the Latin name for the cranial sensory ganglion?
The Latin name for the cranial sensory ganglion is cranial nerve sensory ganglion.

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