Which of the following nuclei belongs to the general visceral efferent column?
Correct Answer: Dorsal nucleus of vagus
Description: The general visceral efferent fibres (GVE) arises from nuclei of general visceral efferent column and supply the glands and the smooth muscles of vessels and viscera. These fibres form the CRANIAL OUTFLOW of the parasympathetic nervous system. The GVE nuclei are: Edinger Westphal nucleusLacrimatory nucleusSuperior salivatory nucleus Inferior salivatory nucleus Dorsal nucleus of vagus nerve (Ref: Vishram Singh textbook of clinical neuroanatomy, second edition, pg-92)
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