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Washington University Experience | NORMAL | Clarke's column | 1A1 Clarke's Column Nucleus chromatolysis mimic (Case 1) H&E 6 copy
Clarke’s column nucleus (nucleus dorsalis) is found in the spinal cord at C8-L3 levels and gives rise to the dorsal spinocerebellar tract. The normal appearance of the neurons mimics central chromatolysis with peripherally marginated Nissl substance. ---- 1A1-3 Normal neurons of Clarke’s column (arrowheads, 1A1) are seen at several magnifications (H&E)