red nucleus

nucleus rotundus subthalamo-peduncularis

Large round nucleus located in the midbrain tegmentum, consisting of a magnocellular and parvicellular portion in most species studied.

Type Nerve
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure brainstem nucleus
Latin Name nucleus rotundus subthalamo-peduncularis
FMA ID 62407

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the red nucleus?
Large round nucleus located in the midbrain tegmentum, consisting of a magnocellular and parvicellular portion in most species studied.
What body system is the red nucleus part of?
The red nucleus is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the red nucleus?
The Latin name for the red nucleus is nucleus rotundus subthalamo-peduncularis.

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