NUCLEUS SOLITARIUS
\njˈuːklɪəs sˌɒlɪtˈe͡əɹɪəs], \njˈuːklɪəs sˌɒlɪtˈeəɹɪəs], \n_j_ˈuː_k_l_ɪ__ə_s s_ˌɒ_l_ɪ_t_ˈeə_ɹ_ɪ__ə_s]\
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Gray matter located in the dorsomedial part of the medulla oblongata associated with the solitary tract. The solitary nucleus receives inputs from most organ systems including the terminations of the facial, glossopharyngeal, and vagus nerves. It is a major coordinator of autonomic nervous system regulation of cardiovascular, respiratory, gustatory, gastrointestinal, and chemoreceptive aspects of homeostasis. The solitary nucleus is also notable for the large number of neurotransmitters which are found therein.
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