Lateral geniculate body – Anatomy MCQ

Which of the following is true regarding the lateral geniculate body?
A. It is connected to the inferior colliculus.
B. Layers 1, 4 and 6 receive the contralateral optic fibers.
C. It is situated posterolateral to the medial geniculate body.
D. It is overlapped by the lateral part of the temporal lobe.

Correct answer: B. Layers 1, 4 and 6 receive the contralateral optic fibers.

Brain stem – posterolateral view. Lateral geniculate body seen near the top.

Lateral geniculate body is connected to the superior colliculus.
It is situated anterolateral to the medial geniculate body.
It is overlapped by the medial part of the temporal lobe.

Ref: Human Anatomy, B. D. Chaurasia, 4th ed, Vol 3, page 355.

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