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red nucleus [′red ′nü·klē·əs] (histology) A mass of reticular fibers in the gray matter of the tegmentum of the mesencephalon of higher vertebrates; it receives fibers from the cerebellum of the opposite side and gives rise to rubrospinal tract fibers of the opposite side. 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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| The central tegmental tract connects the red nucleus with the ipsilateral inferior olivary nucleus which, in turn, projects to the contralateral cerebellum. Despite differential sparing, both groups had labeled neurons in most of the movement-related nuclei in the CNS, including the red nucleus, medullary reticular formation, raphe nuclei, and lateral vestibular nucleus. |
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