medulla oblongata formation

Term ID

GO:0021580

Synonyms

• medulla biosynthesis
• medulla formation
• myelencephalon biosynthesis
• myelencephalon formation

Definition

The process that gives rise to the medulla oblongata. This process pertains to the initial formation of a structure from unspecified parts. The medulla oblongata lies directly above the spinal cord and controls vital autonomic functions such as digestion, breathing and the control of heart rate. 0838580343

References

Ontology

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