Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
axonal
Adjective
/ˈak.sə.nəl/
Definition
Relating to an axon, which is the long, threadlike part of a nerve cell along which impulses are conducted from the cell body to other cells.
Examples
- The axonal damage in the patient indicated a serious neurological condition.
- Researchers are studying axonal transport to understand neurodegenerative diseases.
- There is a clear link between axonal health and cognitive function.
Meaning
Axonal pertains to the structure and function of axons in the nervous system and is often used in discussions about neuroscience and neurobiology.
Synonyms
- Neuronal
- Nerve fiber
- Axon-related
