8 Questions
Which type of matter in the spinal cord is described as being 'whiteish due to the myelin sheath covering'?
White matter outside
Which type of matter in the brain stains black when subjected to staining?
White matter
Which cell type is responsible for providing structural support, regulating the extracellular environment, and maintaining the blood-brain barrier?
Astrocytes
Which cell type is responsible for myelinating axons in the central nervous system (CNS)?
Oligodendrocytes
Which type of cell is involved in phagocytosis and the immune response in the central nervous system (CNS)?
Microglia
Which cell type is responsible for myelinating axons in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
Schwann cells
'Ipsilateral' refers to structures located on:
The same side
'Contralateral' refers to structures located on:
The opposite side
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