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basal [′bā·səl] (biology) Of, pertaining to, or located at the base. (physiology) Being the minimal level for, or essential for maintenance of, vital activities of an organism, such as basal metabolism. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Basal nuclei (pallidum) (+) (+) Cerebral cortex (+) (++) * (-), absent; (+), mild; (++), moderate; (+++) severe; n. At birth the brain is immature with regard to the extent of myelination, with prominent myelination present in the brain stem, cerebellar white matter, posterior limb of the internal capsule, thalamus, and the basal nuclei. |
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