subiculum

gyrus parahippocampalis

Part of the hippocampal formation that is bounded by the entorhinal cortex and area CA1. It is characterized on the CA1 border by an abrupt widening of the pyramidal cell layer. A molecular layer is present that is continuous with that of CA1, although the stratum radiatum is no longer present. The stratum oriens is also not present. adapted from Paxinos, G. The rat central nervous system, 2nd ed, Academic Press, San Diego, 1995, pg. 468).

Type Organ
Parent Structure regional part of brain
Latin Name gyrus parahippocampalis
FMA ID 74414

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the subiculum?
Part of the hippocampal formation that is bounded by the entorhinal cortex and area CA1. It is characterized on the CA1 border by an abrupt widening of the pyramidal cell layer. A molecular layer is present that is continuous with that of CA1, although the stratum radiatum is no longer present. The
What is the Latin name for the subiculum?
The Latin name for the subiculum is gyrus parahippocampalis.

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