Koniocellular cell

Koniocellular cells (pronunciation: /ˌkoʊniːoʊsɛlˈjʊlər/), are a type of neuron found in the Lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN) of the Thalamus. The term "koniocellular" is derived from the Greek words "konio" meaning dust and "cellular" referring to cells, indicating the small and dispersed nature of these cells.

Function

Koniocellular cells are involved in the processing of visual information. They receive input from Retinal ganglion cells and send output to the primary Visual cortex. These cells are particularly sensitive to changes in color and low contrast stimuli.

Structure

Koniocellular cells are smaller than other cell types in the LGN, such as Parvocellular cells and Magnocellular cells. They are dispersed between the layers of these larger cells, forming what is known as the koniocellular layers.

Clinical significance

Alterations in the function or structure of koniocellular cells have been implicated in various visual disorders, such as Glaucoma and Amblyopia.

References

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Koniocellular cell
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Koniocellular cell