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superior rectus extraocular muscle

dorsal recti

The superior rectus muscle is a muscle in the orbit. It is one of the extraocular muscles. It is innervated by the superior division of the oculomotor nerve (Cranial Nerve III). In the primary position (looking straight ahead), the superior rectus muscle's primary function is elevation, although it also contributes to intorsion and adduction.

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Type Bone
Latin Name dorsal recti
FMA ID 49035

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the superior rectus extraocular muscle?

The superior rectus muscle is a muscle in the orbit. It is one of the extraocular muscles. It is innervated by the superior division of the oculomotor nerve (Cranial Nerve III). In the primary position (looking straight ahead), the superior rectus muscle's primary function is elevation, although it

What is the Latin name for the superior rectus extraocular muscle?

The Latin name for the superior rectus extraocular muscle is dorsal recti.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:49035 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0006323 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)

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