astroglia
/ˌæstroʊˈɡliːə/
noun
- Star-shaped cells in the brain and spinal cord that support and protect nerve cells.
- Damage to astroglia can affect how well the brain recovers from an injury.
- Astroglia help maintain the health of neurons by cleaning up extra chemicals.
- Scientists are studying astroglia to understand their role in diseases like Alzheimer's.
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