neurilemma
/ˌnʊrəˈlɛmə/
noun
- The thin outer layer of a nerve fiber that surrounds the myelin sheath and helps repair damaged nerves.
- Damage to the neurilemma can slow down nerve healing after an injury.
- The neurilemma plays a key role in regenerating injured peripheral nerves.
- In the laboratory, they examined the neurilemma under a microscope.