Nerve fibres of brain (Quick question)

[sameeralord]

Hello everyone,

I know nerve fibres inside brain are not covered by perineurium etc like Peripheral nervous system. Are they still covered with connective tissue, support cells, myelin etc. I mean inside the brain , a collection of nerve fibres, how are they held together with no connective tissue. I don't have much knowledge about brain. Thanks

 

[Borek]

myelin

It is there, although not from the beginning. At least in human brain.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myelinogenesis

 

[Lievo]

It is there

Not for all fibers. For most, though.

 

[Jack the Stri]

There is a lot more in the brain than just nerve cells, if that's what you're getting at. Immune cells, vascular cells, extracellular matrix, ...

 

[LudusRex]

Hello,

Thank you for your question. The nerve fibers in the brain are indeed covered by connective tissue, support cells, and myelin. The connective tissue in the brain is called the meninges, which is a protective layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The support cells in the brain are called glial cells, which provide structural support and help maintain the health of the nerve fibers. Myelin is also present in the brain, produced by a type of glial cell called oligodendrocytes, to insulate and protect the nerve fibers.

In addition to these structures, the nerve fibers in the brain are also held together by a network of blood vessels and other supporting cells. This complex network helps to maintain the integrity and proper functioning of the brain.

I hope this helps answer your question. If you have any further inquiries about the brain, please feel free to ask. Thank you.