ganglionic
adjective
of, relating to, or consisting of ganglia.
preganglionic
-
a word derived from
ganglionic.
Example Sentences
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The axons of the preganglionic neurons release acetylcholine on the postganglionic neurons, which are generally located very near the target organs.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
Secretion of these hormones is stimulated by acetylcholine release from preganglionic sympathetic fibers innervating the adrenal medulla.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
These cells are innervated by preganglionic autonomic nerve fibers from the central nervous system.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
One type of preganglionic sympathetic fiber does not terminate in a ganglion.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
The cells in the adrenal medulla that are contacted by the preganglionic fibers are called chromaffin cells.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
