SUBSTANTIA NIGRA
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Substantia Nigra.
Substantia Nigra - as a noun
A layer of deeply pigmented grey matter in the midbrain; associated with the striate body; is involved in metabolic disturbances associated with parkinson's disease and with huntington's disease
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
locus nigernucleus nigerExample Sentences
"The substantia nigra is a key region in the brain that plays a critical role in movement control."
"Parkinson's disease is characterized by the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra."
"Deep brain stimulation of the substantia nigra can alleviate symptoms of Parkinson's disease."
"Levodopa is a medication commonly used to increase dopamine levels in the substantia nigra."
"The loss of melanin-producing cells in the substantia nigra contributes to the characteristic dark pigmentation of this region."
