Glial cell

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004901",
  "term": "Glial cell",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A non-neuronal cell found in the central and peripheral nervous systems that supports and protects neurons. These cells perform functions such as maintaining ionic balance, forming the myelin sheath for insulation, and providing nutrients to nerve cells. Unlike neurons, most mature glial cells retain the ability to divide, a property linked to the formation of certain brain tumors.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "astrocyte",
    "ependymal tissue",
    "glia",
    "microglial cell",
    "oligodendrocyte"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 870 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/glial-cell/"
}