medial ganglionic eminence
MGE
A distinct elevation of a transient proliferating cell mass of the fetal subventricular zone; this mass contributes most of its cells to the neocortex; however, hippocampal neurons, thalamus, septum and olfactory bulb neurons are also partly derived from the MGE.
| Type | Bone |
| Body System | Nervous |
| Parent Structure | embryonic structure |
| Latin Name | MGE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the medial ganglionic eminence?
A distinct elevation of a transient proliferating cell mass of the fetal subventricular zone; this mass contributes most of its cells to the neocortex; however, hippocampal neurons, thalamus, septum and olfactory bulb neurons are also partly derived from the MGE.
What body system is the medial ganglionic eminence part of?
The medial ganglionic eminence is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the medial ganglionic eminence?
The Latin name for the medial ganglionic eminence is MGE.
Related Structures
accessory nucleus of optic tract
nuclei accessorii tractus optici
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APN
aggregate regional part of brain
set of nuclei of neuraxis
alar plate midbrain
amiculum of dentate nucleus
amiculum nuclei dentati
amiculum of inferior olive
ami
ampulla caudalis
ansa peduncularis
ansa peduncularis in thalamo
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