Schwann cells produce the myelin sheath in the peripheral nervous system by wrapping around nerve fibers and also aid in the regeneration of damaged nerve fibers.
1. Produce myelin sheath in PNS<div>2. Wind repeatedly around a nerve fiber </div><div>3. Assist in regeneration of damaged fibers</div>
Front | What are schwann cells? |
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Back | 1. Produce myelin sheath in PNS 2. Wind repeatedly around a nerve fiber 3. Assist in regeneration of damaged fibers |
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