Meissner corpuscle

Definition

Meissner corpuscles are specialized nerve endings located in the skin that are responsible for sensitivity to light touch. They are most abundant in areas like the fingertips, palms, soles of the feet, and lips.

Related terms

Dermis:

The layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains nerve endings, sweat glands, and hair follicles.

Pacinian Corpuscle: A type of nerve ending in the skin responsible for sensitivity to vibration and pressure.

Sensory Neurons: Nerve cells that transmit sensory information (e.g., touch, temperature) from the body to the central nervous system