unipolar neuron
US /ˌjuːnɪˈpoʊlər ˈnʊrɑːn/
UK /ˌjuːnɪˈpoʊlər ˈnʊrɑːn/
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neurona unipolar
A type of neuron in which only one protoplasmic process (neurite) extends from the cell body. This single neurite then branches to form both dendrites and an axon.
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Sensory neurons, such as those found in the dorsal root ganglia, are typically unipolar neurons.
Las neuronas sensoriales, como las que se encuentran en los ganglios de la raíz dorsal, son típicamente neuronas unipolares.
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The development of a unipolar neuron involves the fusion of dendrites and axon into a single process.
El desarrollo de una neurona unipolar implica la fusión de dendritas y axón en un solo proceso.