What we do Microglia
A small, specialised glial cell that operates as the first line of immune defense in the central nervous system.
Microglia are cells in the brain that create an inflammatory response when the cellular environment deteriorates and remove unwanted or damaged proteins to help prevent disease.
Find out about microglia
They may be tiny but they pack a big punch! Learn what they do in your brain and how they help keep your brain in top shape.
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