nigrotectal fibers

The term nigrotectal fibers refers to a fiber pathway connecting the substantia nigra with the tectum. It is not readily distinguished in myelin-stained cross-sections ( Carpenter-1983 ).

Also known as: nigrotectal fibers, nigrotectal tract

NeuroNames ID: 1409

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nigrotectal fibers

Carpenter-1983

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nigrotectal tract

Carpenter-1983

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Homo sapiens (human)

nigrotectal fibers

Carpenter-1983

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Homo sapiens (human)

nigrotectal tract

Carpenter-1983

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