lumen of central canal of spinal cord

cavity of central canal of spinal cord

A cerebrospinal fluid-filled space that runs longitudinally through the length of the entire spinal cord. The central canal is contiguous with the ventricular system of the brain. The central canal represents the adult remainder of the neural tube.

Type Organ
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure anatomical space
Latin Name cavity of central canal of spinal cord
FMA ID 242845

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lumen of central canal of spinal cord?
A cerebrospinal fluid-filled space that runs longitudinally through the length of the entire spinal cord. The central canal is contiguous with the ventricular system of the brain. The central canal represents the adult remainder of the neural tube.
What body system is the lumen of central canal of spinal cord part of?
The lumen of central canal of spinal cord is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the lumen of central canal of spinal cord?
The Latin name for the lumen of central canal of spinal cord is cavity of central canal of spinal cord.

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