Conscious control of micturition inhibits the micturition reflex by using nerve centers in the
A)medulla oblongata.
B)spinal cord.
C)brainstem and cerebral cortex.
D)pons and hypothalamus.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Conscious control of micturition involves nerve centers in the brainstem and cerebral cortex, which can override the reflexive response of the bladder to stretch. The medulla oblongata, pons, spinal cord, and hypothalamus are all involved in the micturition reflex itself, but are not directly involved in conscious control of this reflex.

Conscious Control of Micturition Inhibits the Micturition Reflex by Using