Name: | retinal ganglion cell |
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Synonyms: | gangliocyte, RGC |
Definition: | The set of neurons that receives neural inputs via bipolar, horizontal and amacrine cells. The axons of these cells make up the optic nerve. |
Ontology: | Anatomy Ontology [ZFA:0009310] |
Name: | axon |
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Synonyms: | |
Definition: | The long process of a neuron that conducts nerve impulses, usually away from the cell body to the terminals and varicosities, which are sites of storage and release of neurotransmitter. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0030424] QuickGO AmiGO |
Name: | hypoplastic |
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Synonyms: | hypoplasia, underdeveloped |
Definition: | A physical quality inhering in an organ or tissue by virtue of the bearer's exhibiting a decreased number of cells, typically associated with a decrease in size. |
Ontology: | Phenotypic Quality Ontology [PATO:0000645] |