Nervous System Cell Types Flashcards
1
Q
Define Neurons
A
Carry action potentials
CNS - multipolar
PNS - unipolar
2
Q
Define Glial cells
A
Non-neuronal support cells in CNS
3
Q
Define Microglial cells
A
Specialised Macrophages in CNS
4
Q
Define Ependymal cells
A
Line brain cavities & absorb CSF
5
Q
Define Oligodendrocytes
A
Myelin production in CNS
6
Q
Define Astrocytes
A
Fluid transport, structural support & impulse insultation in CNS
7
Q
Define Meningeal cells
A
Epithelial cells covering 3 meningeal layers
8
Q
Define Endocrine cells
A
Produce GH, PRL, ACTH, MSH, LPH, TSH, FSH & LH
9
Q
Define Choroid Plexus cells
A
Epithelial cells in choroid plexus that produce CSF
10
Q
Define Vascular endothelial cells
A
Transport of nutrients & waste
11
Q
Define Schwann cells
A
Produce myeline in PNS
12
Q
Define Satellite cells
A
Unknown
