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inferior raphe nucleus

Term ID
ZFA:0000366
Synonyms
  • posterior raphe nucleus
Definition
Hindbrain nucleus that provides descending innervation to the brainstem and spinal cord. Early in development the inferior raphe nucleus emits rostrally and caudally directed projections. However, in the adult, the long projections inferior raphe nucleus are restricted to posterior. (1)
Appears at
Unknown
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
  • TAO:0000366
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