Neurokeratin

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Neurokeratin

Neurokeratin (pronounced: /ˌnʊəroʊˈkɛrətɪn/) is a type of keratin found in the nervous system. It is a proteinaceous substance that forms a network in the myelin sheath and axon of nerve fibers.

Etymology

The term "neurokeratin" is derived from the Greek words "neuron" meaning nerve and "keratin" meaning horn substance. It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the keratin-like substance found in nerve tissues.

Related Terms

  • Keratin: A type of protein that is a key structural material in the human body. It is found in hair, nails, and skin, as well as in the nervous system in the form of neurokeratin.
  • Myelin Sheath: A layer of fatty tissue that surrounds a nerve fiber. It provides insulation, protection, and helps in the speedy transmission of electrical signals. Neurokeratin forms a network in the myelin sheath.
  • Axon: The long threadlike part of a nerve cell along which impulses are conducted from the cell body to other cells. Neurokeratin is found in the axons of nerve fibers.

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