Question

Dr. Pautz studies the immune system and has recently become interested in the glial cells that function similar to other cells in the immune system. What cells has Dr. Pautz started exploringA. Schwann cells

B. Microglia
C. Astrocytes
D. Radial glia

Answer 1

Answer: Dr. Pautz has started exploring the MICROGLIA.

Explanation: The microglia is the type of cell, in the nervous system, that provides support for the neurons of the immune system; they can function as phagocytes.

They act as the first and main form of active immune defense in the central nervous system.