Myelinisation (Noun)
Meaning
The development of a myelin sheath around a nerve fiber.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Myelinisation is a complex process involving the formation of a lipid-rich membrane that insulates the nerve fibers in the central nervous system.
- During embryonic development, the axons of neurons undergo rapid myelinisation to enable fast transmission of nerve impulses.
- Dysfunction in the myelinisation process can lead to neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
- Studies have shown that demyelination can occur as a result of faulty myelinisation, causing axonal degeneration.
- Proper myelinisation of the spinal cord and peripheral nerves is crucial for normal motor and sensory function.