PHA 329 Neuro Quiz: Neuroglia
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Astrocytes
CNS
Named for star shape
Cover capillaries and help for BBB
Synaptic formation
Regulate chemical environment, remove neurotransmitters
Involved in signaling and release chemical messengers
Microglia
CNS
Act as macrophages and are immune-esque cells for CNS
Ependymal Cells
CNS
Line ventricles, that are filled with CSF
Cilia of these cells move CSF thru ventricles
Oligodendrocytes
CNS
Processes wrap around axons to form myelin sheaths
Myelin insulates axons and increases nerve impulse transmission speed
Satellite Cells
PNS
Surround neuronal cell bodies
Prot, support, provide nutrients
Schwann Cells
PNS
Form myelin around axons
Help with regeneration of damaged PNS nerve fibers