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dorsal tegmental nucleus

Term ID
ZFA:0000346
Synonyms
  • DTN
  • nucleus tegmentalis dorsalis
Definition
Tegmental nucleus that is immediately adjacent to the nucleus lateralis valvulae (NLV). This nucleus is sometimes considered part of the NLV but the cells are more densely packed. The nucleus extends rostrally into the mesencephalon. (1)
Appears at
Unknown
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
  • TAO:0000346
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