sheath of Schwann
endoneural membrane
The outermost nucleated cytoplasmic layer of Schwann cells that surrounds the axon of the neuron. It forms the outermost layer of the nerve fiber in the peripheral nervous system. The neurolemma is underlain by the basal lamina (referred to as the medullary sheath in the included illustrations. In CNS, axons are myelinated by oligodendrocytes, thus lack neurolemma.
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| النوع | Nerve |
| جهاز الجسم | العصبي |
| البنية الأم | cell layer |
| الاسم اللاتيني | endoneural membrane |
| FMA ID | 62976 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sheath of Schwann?
The outermost nucleated cytoplasmic layer of Schwann cells that surrounds the axon of the neuron. It forms the outermost layer of the nerve fiber in the peripheral nervous system. The neurolemma is underlain by the basal lamina (referred to as the medullary sheath in the included illustrations. In C
What body system is the sheath of Schwann part of?
The sheath of Schwann is part of the العصبي.
What is the Latin name for the sheath of Schwann?
The Latin name for the sheath of Schwann is endoneural membrane.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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