PHYSIOLOGY
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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Astrocytes
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Ependymal
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Oligodendrocytes
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Schwann cells
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Detailed explanation-1: -They are thought to have a similar role to astrocytes in the central nervous system (CNS). They supply nutrients to the surrounding neurons and also have some structural function.
Detailed explanation-2: -Astrocytes: provide nutrients and other substances to neurons, regulate the concentrations of ions and chemicals in the extracellular fluid, and provide structural support for synapses; also form the blood-brain barrier, which blocks entrance of toxic substances into the brain.
Detailed explanation-3: -Astrocytes regulate synaptic transmission and play a role in the formation of new memories, long-term potentiation (LTP), and functional synaptic plasticity. Specifically, astroglial release of glutamate, ATP, and cytokines likely alters the survivability and functioning of newly formed connections.