General Visceral Afferent Fibers from the Abdominal Viscera Have Their

question 9

Multiple Choice

General visceral afferent fibers from the abdominal viscera have their third-order cell bodies located in which of the following?

• A) Posterior root ganglion
• B) Spinal laminae III-V
• C) Mesencephalic nucleus
• D) Gracile nucleus
• E) Ventrolateral nucleus of the thalamus

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Definitions:

Pendulous Breasts

Breasts that hang down more significantly due to their size, weight, or loss of skin elasticity, often associated with aging, pregnancy, or significant weight changes.

Nodular

Characterized by nodules, which are small swelling or aggregation of cells in the body, often indicating an underlying condition.

Axilla

The medical term for the armpit, a region of the body located under the joint where the arm connects to the shoulder.

Glandular Tissue

Specialized tissue composed of glands that produce and secrete substances like hormones or milk.