Dendritic

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Dendritic

Dendritic (pronunciation: den-dri-tik) is a term used in various fields of medicine and biology. It is derived from the Greek word "dendron", which means tree.

Definition

In the context of biology and medicine, dendritic refers to a cell, process or structure that has a branching, tree-like form. The term is most commonly used to describe certain types of cells in the nervous system and the immune system.

Usage in Neurology

In neurology, dendritic refers to the branching extensions of neurons that receive signals from other neurons. These extensions are known as dendrites. Dendrites play a crucial role in the transmission of electrical signals to the neuron's cell body.

Usage in Immunology

In immunology, dendritic refers to a type of immune cell known as a dendritic cell. Dendritic cells are antigen-presenting cells that play a key role in the body's immune response. They capture, process, and present antigens to T-cells in the immune system, triggering an immune response.

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