3 Questions
Which cells function as macrophages in the CNS?
Microglia
What distinguishes microglia cells from other glial cells?
Their dynamic behavior
What happens to microglia cells in response to trauma or infection?
They become phagocytic
Test your knowledge on microglia cells and their role as macrophages in the central nervous system (CNS). Learn about their morphology, motility, and response to trauma or infection. Explore how these cells become phagocytic and participate in the inflammatory process.
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