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This is incorrect. Microglia are the resident immune cells and produce enzymes, and cytokines and, have the capability of phagocytosis
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e
Microglia has a characteristic star shape and have a role in repair and scarring
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This is incorrect because Microglia are the resident immune cells whilst astrocytes help to maintain homeostasis and the blood-brain barrier
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b
Astrocytes are the resident immune cells and are mobile when activated
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Astrocytes have end feet which will help maintain the blood-brain barrier not Oligodendrocytes
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Oligodendrocytes have end feet to help maintain the blood-brain barrier and contribute to blood flow regulation
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This is incorrect because oligodendrocytes make up the white matter
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The cells that make up the white matter are microglia
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This is the correct answer
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a
Astrocytes maintain homeostasis through sequestering K+ ions and glutamate
Concept
Chapter
2693
5372
Glial Cells
Topic
141
Neurology
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There are various different types of Glial cells.

Which of the following statements regarding them is correct?
a