Which Type of Neuroglia Has Phagocytic Capabilities in the CNS

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which type of neuroglia has phagocytic capabilities in the CNS?

• A)astrocytes
• B)Schwann cells
• C)macrophages
• D)microglial cells
• E)neurons

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