fibrous astrocyte

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Noun fibrous astrocyte has 1 sense

fibrous astrocyte - star-shaped cells with long processes; found in the white matter of the brain and spinal cord
--₁ is a kind of astrocyte
--₁ is a part of white matter, substantia alba

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Fibrous Astrocyte

A fibrous astrocyte refers to a type of astrocyte, a star-shaped glial cell found in the central nervous system. Fibrous astrocytes are characterized by their long, slender processes and play a vital role in supporting, protecting, and maintaining the structure of neurons within the brain and spinal cord.

Usage Examples:

Noun (Anatomy): Fibrous astrocytes extend their processes around blood vessels in the brain.
Noun (Biology): Researchers are studying the function of fibrous astrocytes in neurodegenerative diseases.

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