Definition of "astrocytes" []

• Plural form of astrocyte. (noun)

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• "This includes the involvement of glial cells, called astrocytes, in processing toxins in the brain."
• "Diamond wanted to see if there were more of the glial cells known as astrocytes and oligodendrocytes in Einstein's brain."
• "Treatment of brain cells called astrocytes, with the Indian curry spice, curcumin (turmeric) has been found to increase expression of the glutathione S-transferase and protect neurons exposed to oxidant stress."