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The smaller glial cells that forms the first line of defense and immunity of nerve cells are called as _____.
The smaller glial cells that forms the first line of defense and immunity of nerve cells are called as _____.
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The correct option is C Microglia
Microglia are a type of glial cell located throughout the brain and spinal cord. Microglia account for 10–15% of all cells found within the brain. As the resident macrophage cells, they act as the first and main form of active immune defense in the central nervous system (CNS).
Microglia
Microglia are a type of glial cell located throughout the brain and spinal cord. Microglia account for 10–15% of all cells found within the brain. As the resident macrophage cells, they act as the first and main form of active immune defense in the central nervous system (CNS).
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