Meaning of suprapontine | Babel Free
Definitions
Superior to a pons; as (usually, more specifically) superior to the pons Varolii.
not-comparable
Examples
“Despite focus⟳ on brainstem areas in central respiratory control⟳, regions rostral to the medulla and pons are now recognized as being important in modulating respiratory outflow during various physiological states. The focus⟳ of this review⟳ is to highlight the role that suprapontine areas of the mammalian brain play⟳ in ventilatory control⟳ mechanisms. New imaging techniques have⟳ become⟳ invaluable in confirming and broadening our understanding of the manner in which the cerebral cortex of humans contributes to respiratory control⟳ during volitional breathing.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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