deep gray layer of the superior colliculus
Acronym: SCdg
The term deep gray layer of the superior colliculus refers to the second from deepest layer of the seven-layered superior colliculus in primates and rodents. Identified by internal structure, it is located between the middle white layer of the superior colliculus and the bottom layer, the deep white layer of the superior colliculus ( Carpenter-1983 ). Functionally it is one of four middle and deep layers that constitute the motor superior colliculus in the subcortical motor system ( Swanson-2004 ).

Also known as: deep gray layerNeuroNames ID : 2849


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