principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus

principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus

One of two divisions of the supraoptic nucleus observed in mammals, formed by the ascension of the optic chiasm to split the nucleus in two. The principal anterior division consists of a dense cluster of large cells that stain darkly in Nissl preparations adjacent to the optic chiasm, extending as far rostrally to the organum vasculosum of the lamina terminalis and caudally into the posterior hypothalamus.

Type Nerve
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure regional part of brain
Latin Name principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus?
One of two divisions of the supraoptic nucleus observed in mammals, formed by the ascension of the optic chiasm to split the nucleus in two. The principal anterior division consists of a dense cluster of large cells that stain darkly in Nissl preparations adjacent to the optic chiasm, extending as f
What body system is the principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus part of?
The principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus?
The Latin name for the principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus is principal anterior division of supraoptic nucleus.

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