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Anterior column

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The anterior column is a key structural component of the spinal cord that includes ascending and descending tracts conveying motor and sensory signals to and from the brain. It primarily involves the transmission of touch, pressure sensations, and control of motor functions.

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