Substantia Nigra

Description

The Substantia Nigra is a component of the Midbrain located between the Tegmentum and the Cerebral Peduncles.  A small portion of the Substantia Nigra extends into the Subthalamus of the Diencephalon of the Brain.  The Substantia Nigra is also a major component of the Extra-Pyrimidal System of the Central Nervous System. Login to Read More → or Register for a Free Trial →