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Neuroglia: Introduction, Classification and Functions

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The supporting cells of the nervous system that are non-excitable are called neuroglia or simply glia (glia=glue). They do not transmit nerve impulse (action potential) for which they are called non-neural cells or glial cells. They are about 10-15 times greater than the number of neurons. During infection, mostly they show or play an important … Read more

Ganglia: Types and Structure

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Outside the brain and spinal cord there are aggregations of cell bodies of neurons called ganglia. There are two main types of ganglia. They are sensory and autonomic ganglia. A) Sensory ganglia These ganglia are present on the dorsal nerve roots of spinal nerves, where they are called dorsal nerve root ganglia or spinal ganglia. … Read more