Medulla Oblongata
Medulla Oblongata
The Medulla Oblongata (pronunciation: meh-duh-luh ob-long-gah-tuh) is a crucial part of the brain that controls many automatic functions of the body.
Etymology
The term "Medulla Oblongata" is derived from Latin, where "medulla" means "marrow" and "oblongata" means "elongated". This term accurately describes the location and shape of this part of the brain.
Function
The Medulla Oblongata is responsible for regulating several basic functions of the autonomic nervous system, including respiration, heart rate, and blood pressure. It also plays a role in reflex actions such as swallowing, coughing, and sneezing.
Anatomy
The Medulla Oblongata is located in the brainstem, directly above the spinal cord and below the pons. It is about 3 cm long in adults. The Medulla Oblongata contains various nerve centers that regulate the functions mentioned above. It also serves as a relay station, transmitting signals between the brain and the spinal cord.
Related Terms
- Brainstem
- Autonomic Nervous System
- Respiration
- Heart Rate
- Blood Pressure
- Swallowing
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Spinal Cord
- Pons
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Medulla Oblongata
- Wikipedia's article - Medulla Oblongata
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