autonomic ganglia

Autonomic ganglia are clusters of nerve cell bodies that act as relay stations within the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary body functions like heart rate, digestion, and blood pressure. These ganglia transmit signals between the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and internal organs, allowing the body to respond automatically to various needs. They are part of a complex network that ensures smooth, coordinated regulation of essential functions without conscious effort.