Question

meningitis can be caused by infection of the central nervous system by bacteria. which cells would be most responsible for removing the infection? a) schwann cells b) microglia c) satellite cells d) oligodendrocytes

Explanation:

Microglia are a type of glial cell in the central nervous system. They act as the resident macrophages, constantly surveying the brain for pathogens or damaged cells. When an infection (like in meningitis) occurs in the central nervous system, microglia are activated. They can phagocytose (engulf and destroy) bacteria and other pathogens. Schwann cells are involved in myelination in the peripheral nervous system. Satellite cells are related to the support of neurons in ganglia (in the peripheral nervous system context). Oligodendrocytes are responsible for myelination in the central nervous system. So, among the options, microglia are most responsible for removing the infection in the central nervous system.

Answer:

B. microglia