Medullary inspiratory neuron

Medullary inspiratory neuron: A medullary inspiratory neuron is a neuron in the inspiratory centre of the medulla of the brain. Inputs to this neuron come from the peripheral chemoreceptors, carotid body, aortic body, and central chemoreceptors. It regulates breathing.

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