Internal granular layer [layer IV]

The internal granular layer [layer IV] is a layer composed mainly of densely packed small granular cells. It receives stimuli mainly from thalamocortical fibers.

Anatomical hierarchy

Human anatomy 1

Systemic anatomy >
Nervous system >
Central part of nervous system; Central nervous system >
Brain >
Telencephalon; Cerebrum >
Cerebral hemisphere >
Cerebral cortex >
Isocortex >
Layers of isocortex >
Internal granular layer [layer IV]

Underlying structures: There are no anatomical children for this anatomical part

Comparative anatomy in animals

Stratum granulare internum

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Lamina granularis interna [Lamina IV]

Definition