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.

Type Nerve
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure cell layer
Latin Name 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 Nervous.
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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