L10 - Glia Flashcards
1
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Describe radial glial cells
A
Extend from the inner cortical layers of pia p, guiding steucture for neuronal migration and represent progenitor cells in. The aduult nervous system
2
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Give 2 examples of radial glial cells
A
Müller glia in the retina
Bergmann glia in the cerebellum
3
Q
What are the non-synaptic plasticity types?
A
Change neuronal inteinsic excitability
Homeostatic plasticity by astrocytes through activation of synaptic or extra synaptic receptors
Dendritic excitability
4
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Describe ependymal cells
A
Line the ventricular system
Involved in the production of csf
Macrophages can migrate their on demand
