immature Schwann cell

Term ID

ZFA:0001725

Synonyms

Definition

A glial cell that develops from a Schwann cell precursor. The immature Schwann cell is embedded among neurons (axons) with minimal extracellular spaces separating them from nerve cell membranes and has a basal lamina. Cells can survive without an axon present. Immature Schwann cell can be found communally ensheathing large groups of axons. 0721662544

Appears at

Segmentation:10-13 somites (14.0h-16.0h)

Evident until

Pharyngula:High-pec (42.0h-48.0h)

References

• CL:0002377
• TAO:0002203

Ontology

Anatomy Ontology