Cells That Produce Myelin for the Cells of the Brain

Question

Cells that produce myelin for the cells of the brain and spinal cord are the
A) Schwann cells
B) microglia
C) astrocytes
D) oligodendrocytes

Accepted Answer

Oligodendrocytes are the cells that produce myelin for the cells of the brain and spinal cord. Schwann cells produce myelin for peripheral nerves, while microglia are responsible for immune defense and astrocytes have many functions such as providing support and nutrients to neurons.