hippocampus alveus

alveus

Regional part of fornix consisting of a thin layer of white matter on the surface of the hippocampal formation, bordering the wall of the lateral ventricle and composed of white, myelinated fibers. The alveus arises from cell bodies in the subiculum and hippocampus, and eventually merges with the fimbria of the hippocampus. The fimbria goes on to become the fornix (MM: 2006-10-26).

Type Organ
Parent Structure central nervous system cell part cluster
Latin Name alveus
FMA ID 83867

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hippocampus alveus?
Regional part of fornix consisting of a thin layer of white matter on the surface of the hippocampal formation, bordering the wall of the lateral ventricle and composed of white, myelinated fibers. The alveus arises from cell bodies in the subiculum and hippocampus, and eventually merges with the fi
What is the Latin name for the hippocampus alveus?
The Latin name for the hippocampus alveus is alveus.

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