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lo 6.1. what is the function of microglia? maintain blood sugar levels …

Question

lo 6.1. what is the function of microglia?
maintain blood sugar levels
regulate hormone production
provide nutrition to the immune system
protect against infection and inflammation

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Microglia are the resident immune - cells of the central nervous system. Their main function is to protect against infection and inflammation by phagocytosing pathogens and debris, and releasing cytokines to regulate the immune response in the brain and spinal cord. The other options are not related to microglia functions.

Answer:

Protect against infection and inflammation