Section 2
Neuroglia
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Boundless Anatomy and Physiology
Physiology
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Neuroglia of the Central Nervous System
Glia (named from the Greek for "glue") helps in supporting and scaffolding neurons, while performing many unique functions.

Neuroglia of the Peripheral Nervous System
The two kinds of glia cells in the PNS, schwann cells and satellite cells, each have unique functions.