MEDICINE MCQ
NEUROLOGY
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Question
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Which neuroglia is maintains water and salt balance to the neurons?
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Ependymal cells
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Astrocytes
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Oligodendrocytes
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Microglia
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Astrocytes maintain neuronal excitability through regulation of extracellular ion concentrations, as well as assisting and modulating synaptic transmission by uptake and catabolism of major neurotransmitters. Moreover, they support neuronal metabolism and detoxify ammonium and reactive oxygen species.
Detailed explanation-2: -Astrocytes are macroglial cells in the central nervous system.
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