Description
Rat Schwann cells (RSC) are the main glial cells in the peripheral nervous system, providing physical and chemical support for neurons. Myelin Schwann cells form an insulating sheath around neuron cell bodies (sensory ganglia) and fibers (sensory nerves and motor neurons). Regular exposure of the axon membrane to the extracellular space (myelin sheath space) at the Raniver node allows the action potential to propagate quickly along the axon. RSC is important for the morphology, survival and growth of axons and neurons. Studies have also shown that Schwann cells can promote neuronal recovery and experimental spinal cord regeneration.