Abstract
Astrocytes are key players in brain function; they are intimately involved in neuronal signalling processes and their metabolism is tightly coupled to that of neurons. In the present review, we will be concerned with a discussion of aspects of astrocyte metabolism, including energy-generating pathways and amino acid homoeostasis. A discussion of the impact that uptake of neurotransmitter glutamate may have on these pathways is included along with a section on metabolic compartmentation.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | A S N Neuro |
Vol/bind | 4 |
Udgave nummer | 3 |
Sider (fra-til) | 187 |
Antal sider | 199 |
ISSN | 1759-0914 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2012 |