Raphe
Raphe
Raphe (pronounced: /ˈræfiː/) is a term used in various fields of medicine and biology. It is derived from the Greek word rhaphē, meaning "seam".
Definition
In medicine, a raphe is a ridge, crease, or seam in an organ or tissue, typically marking the line where two halves fused in the embryo. In neuroanatomy, the raphe is a series of nuclei (clusters of neurons) in the brainstem.
Etymology
The term raphe comes from the Greek word rhaphē, which translates to "seam". This is in reference to the seam-like appearance of these structures in the body or cells.
Related Terms
- Nucleus (neuroanatomy): A cluster of neurons in the central nervous system.
- Brainstem: The posterior part of the brain, continuous with the spinal cord.
- Embryo: An early stage of development of a multicellular organism.
- Neuron: A nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system.
- Organ (anatomy): A group of tissues with similar functions. Plant and animal life relies on many organs that coexist in organ systems.
- Tissue (biology): A group of cells that have a similar structure and act together to perform a specific function.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Raphe
- Wikipedia's article - Raphe
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