The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord ... whereas gray matter consists predominantly of neurons. Also called neuroglia, glial cells are often called support cells for neurons.

They are strongly considered in CNS physiology and pathology. What are the challenges faced when investigating glial cells? SA: Neuroglia includes cells from both the central (astrocytes, microglia, ...

An oligodendrocyte is a type of neuroglia found in the central nervous system of invertebrates and vertebrates that functions to produce myelin, an insulating sheath on the axons of nerve fibers.