Human Anatomy and Physiology : Help with Neuroglia Physiology

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Example Questions

Example Question #191 : Systems Physiology

By what are the myelin sheaths that surround the axons of some of the neurons in the CNS formed?

Possible Answers:

ependymal cells

microglia

oligodendrocytes

satellite cells

Correct answer:

oligodendrocytes

Explanation:

Oligodendrocytes help to create myelin sheaths, which help with conduction of signals.

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