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postcentral gyrus

Definition

The postcentral gyrus, also known as the primary somatosensory cortex, is a prominent anatomical feature in the human brain. It is located in the parietal lobe, directly behind the central sulcus, and is responsible for processing sensory information related to the sense of touch, proprioception, and temperature from different parts of the body.

Sample Sentences

1. The postcentral gyrus plays a critical role in processing tactile sensations, allowing us to perceive and interpret the world through touch.
2. Damage to the postcentral gyrus can result in sensory impairments and difficulties in recognizing and responding to touch stimuli.
3. Researchers are studying the functional connectivity of the postcentral gyrus to understand how it integrates sensory information from various body regions.
4. Activation of the postcentral gyrus can be observed using neuroimaging techniques when a person engages in tactile tasks.
5. The somatotopic organization of the postcentral gyrus means that specific body parts are represented in an orderly manner within the cortex.

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