tectospinal tract
Held's bundle
A long process of a CNS neuron, that carries efferent (outgoing) action potentials from the cell body in the superior colliculus of the midbrain towards target cells in the ventral spinal cord[GO].
| Type | Organ |
| Body System | Nervous |
| Latin Name | Held's bundle |
| FMA ID | 72620 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tectospinal tract?
A long process of a CNS neuron, that carries efferent (outgoing) action potentials from the cell body in the superior colliculus of the midbrain towards target cells in the ventral spinal cord[GO].
What body system is the tectospinal tract part of?
The tectospinal tract is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the tectospinal tract?
The Latin name for the tectospinal tract is Held's bundle.
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