Axons (also known as Axon): Nerve fibers that are capable of rapidly conducting impulses away from the neuron cell body.

NIH MeSH · D001369Anatomy

Axons

Also known asAxon

Definition

Nerve fibers that are capable of rapidly conducting impulses away from the neuron cell body.

MeSH classification

  • A08.675.542.145
  • A11.284.180.075
  • A11.671.501.145

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Common questions about Axons

What does Axons mean in medicine?
Nerve fibers that are capable of rapidly conducting impulses away from the neuron cell body. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Axons known by any other names?
Yes. Axons is also referred to as Axon in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Axons sit in the medical classification?
Axons falls under the broader medical category "Anatomy" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: A08.675.542.145, A11.284.180.075, A11.671.501.145). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
Where can I get a plain-language explanation of Axons?
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D001369) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗