Histology Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two broad cell types in the NS?
A
Neurons
Glial cells
2
Q
What do neurons do?
A
Transmit signal
3
Q
What do glial cells do?
A
Provide support
4
Q
What are the 4 main types of glial cell in the CNS?
A
Astrocyte
Oligodendrocyte
Microglia
Ependymal
5
Q
What do astrocytes do?
A
Structural support
Maintain BBB
Maintain homeostasis
6
Q
What do oligodendrocytes do?
A
Insulate the neurons
7
Q
What do micorglia do?
A
Similar to macrophages
8
Q
What do ependymal cells do?
A
Ciliated and line the ventricles
