medial lemniscus
lemniscus medialis
Fiber tract arising predominantly from neurons in the nucleus gracilis and nucleus cuneatus in the medulla, projecting to thalamus. Fibers cross in the decussation of the medial lemniscus.
| Type | Nerve |
| Body System | Nervous |
| Parent Structure | nervous system lemniscus |
| Latin Name | lemniscus medialis |
| FMA ID | 83675 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the medial lemniscus?
Fiber tract arising predominantly from neurons in the nucleus gracilis and nucleus cuneatus in the medulla, projecting to thalamus. Fibers cross in the decussation of the medial lemniscus.
What body system is the medial lemniscus part of?
The medial lemniscus is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the medial lemniscus?
The Latin name for the medial lemniscus is lemniscus medialis.
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accessory nucleus of optic tract
nuclei accessorii tractus optici
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APN
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amiculum nuclei dentati
amiculum of inferior olive
ami
ampulla caudalis
ansa peduncularis
ansa peduncularis in thalamo
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