Question

Slow wave potentials originate in the _______________, are responsible for moving the bolus through the digestive system. - Parasympathetic Nervous system , Sympathetic Nervous system , Interstitial cells of Cajal or Somatic Nervous system

Answer 1

Answer

Slow wave potentials originate in the interstitial cells of Cajal, are responsible for moving the bolus through the digestive system.

• Interstitial cells of Cajal are present in the muscularis layer of the gastrointestine wall.
• These cells are laso known as pacemaker cells of gastrointestinal tract.
• Slow wave potentials that are generates in these cells leads to smooth muscle contractions.
• It generates peristaltic waves that propel bolus in forward direction through the esophagus into the stomach.

Option C) Interstitial cells of Cajal