Meaning & use
astrocyte
A star-shaped cell in the brain and spinal cord that supports and nourishes neurons.
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Astrocytes help regulate the chemical environment around neurons in the brain.
Researchers found that damaged astrocytes may contribute to certain neurological disorders.
A note on using this word
A type of glial cell, named for its star-like branching shape under a microscope.
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