White Matter

MeSH code information

• Name
  White Matter
• Concept
  Scope note: The region of CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM that appears lighter in color than the other type, GRAY MATTER. It mainly consists of MYELINATED NERVE FIBERS and contains few neuronal cell bodies or DENDRITES.
• Tree numbers
  • A08.186.211.204
  • A08.186.854.880
• Qualifiers
  parasitology, abnormalities, immunology, microbiology, diagnostic imaging, physiology, physiopathology, enzymology, cytology, chemistry, drug effects, transplantation, virology, radiation effects, blood supply, embryology, injuries, anatomy & histology, pathology, ultrastructure, metabolism, surgery, growth & development