Question

What are the types of neuroglia?

Answer 1

Neuroglia: The cells of the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system that do not produce electrical impulses are called Glia or neuroglia cells.

Types of neuroglia cells:

1. Astrocytes: The star-shaped glial cells are present between neurons and blood vessels, and help in the transportation of substances between neurons and blood vessels.
2. Microglial cells: The ovoid-shaped glial cells provide structural support and are involved in phagocytosis.
3. Ependymal cells: The Columnar or cuboidal glial cells allow the transportation of substances between interstitial and cerebrospinal fluids by forming a porous layer.
4. Oligodendrocytes: The star-shaped glial cells create the myelin sheath around the axon of a neuron on the brain's spinal cord.