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Neurogliacyte (Noun)

Meaning

A cell of the neuroglia.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The astrocyte is a type of neurogliacyte that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of neurons.
  • In the central nervous system, neurogliacytes provide support and protection to neurons by regulating the chemical environment.
  • The oligodendrocyte is a type of neurogliacyte responsible for producing the myelin sheath that surrounds and insulates neurons.
  • Neurogliacytes such as microglia and astrocytes are involved in the immune response of the central nervous system.
  • Damage to neurogliacytes can lead to various neurological disorders, including multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's disease.

Synonyms

  • Neuroglial Cell
  • Glial Cell

Hypernyms

  • Vegetative Cell
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