astrocyte

[US]/ˈæstrəˌsaɪt/
[UK]/æsˈtroʊˌsaɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A type of glial cell found in the central nervous system that provides structural and metabolic support to neurons.; A star-shaped cell found in the brain and bone marrow.

Phrases & Collocations

astrocyte activation

astrocyte morphology

astrocyte proliferation

astrocyte-neuron interaction

astrocyte function

reactive astrocytes

astrocyte injury

astrocyte gliotransmission

astrocyte development

Example Sentences

astrocytes play a crucial role in maintaining the blood-brain barrier.

research shows that astrocytes can influence neuronal activity.

astrocytes are involved in the repair of brain injuries.

in neurodegenerative diseases, astrocytes may become reactive.

astrocytes help regulate neurotransmitter levels in the brain.

studies indicate that astrocytes support synaptic function.

astrocytes can release gliotransmitters that affect communication between neurons.

understanding astrocyte biology is essential for developing new therapies.

astrocytes are the most abundant glial cells in the central nervous system.

astrocytes communicate with neurons through various signaling pathways.

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