Figure 13.1

Using the above-referenced histological diagram of neural tissue in the CNS, identify the specified labeled structure(s) in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label K.
A) Microglial cell
B) Ependymal cell
C) Satellite cell
D) Oligodendrocyte
E) Astrocyte

Question

Figure 13.1
  
Using the above-referenced histological diagram of neural tissue in the CNS, identify the specified labeled structure(s) in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label K.
A) Microglial cell 
B) Ependymal cell 
C) Satellite cell 
D) Oligodendrocyte 
E) Astrocyte

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Label K points to the shape of a microglial cell, which is a type of glial cell found in the CNS that functions in immune defense and the removal of damaged cells.

Figure 13.1 Using the Above-Referenced Histological Diagram of Neural Tissue in the of Neural