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Glial Cells Flashcards

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Astrocytes

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  • helps form the blood-brain barrier
  • structural support for neurons
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Ependymal cell

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  • helps form choroid plexus
  • circulates CSF throughout neurons to keep them healthy
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Microglia cell

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  • replicate in response to infection to remove waste
  • help kill bacteria
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Oligodendrocyte

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  • insulates axons by forming myelin sheath through myelination
  • CNS
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Neurolemmocyte

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  • insulates axons by forming myelin sheath through myelination
  • PNS
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Satellite cell

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  • protects neuron body by surrounding it
  • regulates nutrients and waste products
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