Mitral cells
Mitral Cells
Mitral cells (pronunciation: /ˈmaɪtrəl sɛlz/) are the primary output neurons of the olfactory bulb. They play a crucial role in the processing and perception of olfactory information.
Etymology
The term "mitral" is derived from the Latin word 'mitra', which means 'turban'. This is due to the shape of the cells, which resembles a bishop's mitre or turban.
Function
Mitral cells receive information from the olfactory receptor neurons and transmit this information to higher brain centers, including the olfactory cortex. They are involved in the initial processing of olfactory information, contributing to the perception of smell.
Structure
Mitral cells are typically large, pyramid-shaped neurons. They have a single primary dendrite that extends into the olfactory bulb's glomerulus, where it forms synapses with olfactory receptor neurons. The cell's axon projects to the olfactory cortex.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mitral cells
- Wikipedia's article - Mitral cells
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