glial cell

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glial cell

A neuron is surrounded by supportive glial cells in the brain.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A cell of the neuroglia: A "glial cell" is a non-neuronal cell that provides support, protection, and insulation for neurons in the nervous system. It is a fundamental component of nervous tissue.
Usage
  • The term "glial cell" is used in biology, medicine, and neuroscience to refer to the supportive cells of the nervous system. It is a specific, technical term.
  • Example:
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Advanced Usage
  • "Glial cell-derived": Used to describe substances or factors originating from glial cells.
    • The team investigated glial cell-derived neurotrophic factors.
  • "Glial cell activation": Refers to the change in glial cells, often in response to damage or disease, which can have protective or harmful effects.
    • Glial cell activation is a key feature of the brain's inflammatory response.
Variants and Related Words
  • Neuroglia (n): The collective term for the supporting tissue of the nervous system, consisting of glial cells.
    • Neuroglia outnumber neurons in the human brain.
  • Glia (n): A common shorthand for neuroglia or glial cells.
    • The function of glia is increasingly recognized as crucial.
Synonyms
  • Neuroglial cell: A direct synonym, though less commonly used in casual scientific discourse.
Related Phrases
  • Glial scar: A structure formed by reactive glial cells after injury to the central nervous system.
    • The glial scar can inhibit axon regeneration.
glial cell

A neuron is surrounded by supportive glial cells in the brain.

Noun
  1. a cell of the neuroglia

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