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astrocyte

/ˈæstrəsaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does astrocyte mean?

noun

A type of glial cell in the brain that provides support and nutrients to neurons. Astrocytes play a key role in maintaining the blood-brain barrier and are involved in various neurological processes.

Example

"The astrocyte's role in the brain's repair mechanisms is still not fully understood."

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