Neuroinflammation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007879",
  "term": "Neuroinflammation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An inflammatory response occurring within the brain or spinal cord, involving the activation of glial cells such as microglia and astrocytes. This process is a protective mechanism against infection, injury, or toxins, but chronic or excessive neuroinflammation can contribute to neurodegenerative diseases. It involves the release of cytokines, chemokines, and reactive oxygen species.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "blood-brain barrier",
    "brain",
    "inflammation",
    "microglial cell",
    "nervous system"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 888 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/neuroinflammation/"
}