Postganglionic Neurons: The Hidden Drivers of Reflexes
Defining the Postganglionic Autonomic Neuron The postganglionic autonomic neuron constitutes the second element in the two-neuron chain characteristic of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). This specialized neuron is fundamentally responsible for transmitting the efferent signal from the central nervous system (CNS) to the terminal effector organ, thereby mediating involuntary control over vital bodily functions. Specifically, […]