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Neuroglia cells are

A
Astrocytes
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Oligodendrocytes
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Microglia
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is D All of the above
  • Neuroglia, are non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nervous system.
  • They maintain homeostasis, form myelin, and provide support and protection for neurons.
  • Neuroglia is also called as glial cells. There are six types of neuroglia—four in the central nervous system and two in the PNS.
  • Neuroglia in the CNS include astrocytes, microglial cells, ependymal cells and oligodendrocytes. Hence, neuroglia cells are Astrocytes, oligodendrocytes microglia.
So, the correct answer is 'all the above'.

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