ganglionic
adjective
of, relating to, or consisting of ganglia.
preganglionic
-
a word derived from
ganglionic.
Example Sentences
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These cells are innervated by preganglionic autonomic nerve fibers from the central nervous system.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
During stress, multiple preganglionic neurons can synapse on one postganglionic neuron, and the adrenal gland releases adrenaline.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
These axons are still referred to as preganglionic fibers, but the target is not a ganglion.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
In some cases, the target effectors are located superior or inferior to the spinal segment at which the preganglionic fiber emerges.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Because the sympathetic ganglia are adjacent to the vertebral column, preganglionic sympathetic fibers are relatively short, and they are myelinated.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
