Fran has a microbial infection attacking his brain.Which cell type would you expect to proliferate and be most active during this time?
A) astrocytes
B) microglial cells
C) oligodendrocytes
D) ependymal cells
E) Schwann cells

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Microglial cells are the immune cells of the central nervous system and are activated in response to infection or injury. They proliferate and become active to protect the brain from the invading microorganisms or harmful substances. Astrocytes, oligodendrocytes, ependymal cells, and Schwann cells are not directly involved in the immune response to microbial infection in the brain.

Fran Has a Microbial Infection Attacking His Brain