A derivative of neural Crest is
Neural Crest Cells During elevation of the neural plate, a group of cells appears along each edge (the crest) of the neural folds (Fig. 18.2). These neural crest cells are ectodermal in origin and extend throughout the length of the neural tube. In addition to forming sensory ganglia, cells of the neural crest differentiate into sympathetic neuroblasts, Schwann cells, pigment cells, odontoblasts, meninges, and mesenchyme of the pharyngeal arches. Ref: Langman's embryology; Pg 306 Mnemonic:SOME GAP S-Schwann cells -Skeleton of face O-odontoblasts M-Meninges(pia and arachnoid) E-Endocardial cushion G-Ganglia(autonomic and dorsal root ganglia) A-Adrenal medulla -Aoicopulmonary septum P-Pigmant cells(melanocytes) -Pharyngeal arches(nerves and cailage) -parafollicular c cells of thyroid
Para follicular cells of thyroid
Adrenal crest
Schwann cells
Dorsal roo ganglia
General anatomy