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.
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| 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.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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