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oligodendrocyte

Term ID
CL:0000128
Synonyms
  • oligodendroglia
  • OLs
Definition
A class of large neuroglial (macroglial) cells in the central nervous system. Form the insulating myelin sheath of axons in the central nervous system. (3)
References
  • BTO:0000962
  • CALOHA:TS-0709
  • FMA:54540
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