Question

Cell body of neuron is called

• A. Nissl body
• B. Neurolemma
• C. Oligodendrocyte
• D. Perikaryon

Answer 1

The correct option is D Perikaryon

• Neurons are nerve cells that transmit nerve signals to and from the brain.
• The neuron consists of a cell body (or soma) with branching dendrites (signal receivers) and a projection called an axon, which conduct the nerve signal.
• The cell body of neurons is also called as neurocyton or perikaryon, containing the nucleus. Hence, Cell body of the neuron is called perikaryon.

So, the correct answer is 'perikaryon'.