lateral geniculate body
corpus geniculatum externum
The group of neurons that serve as the primary processor of visual information received from the retina via the optic tract and send processed information to the visual cortex of the occipital lobe.
| Type | Organ |
| Latin Name | corpus geniculatum externum |
| FMA ID | 62209 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lateral geniculate body?
The group of neurons that serve as the primary processor of visual information received from the retina via the optic tract and send processed information to the visual cortex of the occipital lobe.
What is the Latin name for the lateral geniculate body?
The Latin name for the lateral geniculate body is corpus geniculatum externum.
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