Neurochemical Organization Flashcards

1
Q

Purpose of glial cells?

A

Provide support to neurons

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2
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Oligodendrocytes

A

Myelin sheathe of CNS

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3
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Schwann cells

A

Myelin sheathe of PNS

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4
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Microglial cells

A

Brain’s immune support

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5
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Astrocytes

A

Facilitate blood brain barrier, regulate neurotransmitters, help to clean up.

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6
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Purpose of acetylcholine

A

Neurotransmitter in the PNS with motor neurons and ANS.

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7
Q

Purpose of glutamate

A

Primary excitatory transmitter in CNS

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8
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Purpose of GABA

A

Major inhibitor

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