Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cell-body
noun
/ˈsel ˈbɒdi/
Definition
The main part of a neuron, containing the nucleus and responsible for integrating signals and maintaining the cell’s health.
Examples
- The cell-body of the neuron processes incoming signals from dendrites.
- Damage to the cell-body can lead to dysfunction in nerve signal transmission.
- The cell-body integrates information received from other neurons before sending impulses.
Meaning
In neuroscience, the cell body is essential for the overall functioning of a neuron, which is a specialized cell that transmits nerve impulses.
Synonyms
- neuronal soma
- nerve cell body
- axon hillock region
