Histology of Nerve Tissue

Nerve tissue consists of two cell types: neurons and neuroglial (glial) cells. The neurons are the cells that do the job we associate with the nervous system. They are electrically excitable and can receive, process, and transmit electrical impulses. Neuroglial cells support, protect, nourish, and defend the neurons of the NS.

Research has recently revealed that glial cells also play an active role in the process of nerve impulse conduction, as well as being critical players in the formation and maintenance of memory sequences. Half the volume of the central nervous system (CNS) consists of glial cells.

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   • Neurons and Glial Cells
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