Discuss FSMTB MBLEx Exam Topic 3 Question 50

How many types of Schwann cells exist in the human body?

Suggested Answer: B

There are two types: myelinating and nonmyelating. Myelinating Schwann cells wrap around axons of motor and sensory neurons to form the myelin sheath, which acts to protect and support nerve functioning. Non-myelinating Schwann cells are involved with maintaining the health and vitality of the axon or nerve fiber.

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15 comments · newest first

Chun 10 months ago

I thought there were more than 2, but I guess not!

Kristal 10 months ago

Totally agree, it's definitely 2!

Ahmed 10 months ago

2 types? That's interesting!

Glen 10 months ago

Wait, are you sure it's not 3?

Minna 11 months ago

There are 2 types of Schwann cells!

Hassie 11 months ago

I thought there were only one or two types of Schwann cells, but now I'm second-guessing myself.

Huey 11 months ago

I remember reading that Schwann cells are crucial for myelination, but I’m not sure if there are three or four types.

Herminia 11 months ago

I feel like we practiced a question about Schwann cells having different types, but I can't recall the exact number.

An 12 months ago

I think there are two types of Schwann cells, but I can't remember if it's just one or two.

Ethan 12 months ago

I'm drawing a blank on the specifics of Schwann cells. I'll have to make an educated guess on this one.

Shaniqua 12 months ago

I remember learning about the different Schwann cell types in class, so I feel confident that option D is the correct answer.

Jeannetta 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully before selecting an answer.

Phillip 1 year ago

I'm pretty sure there are 3 types of Schwann cells, so I'll go with option C.

Edgar 1 year ago

I think there are 2 types of Schwann cells.

Tiffiny 1 year ago

I'm pretty sure it's 2 types of Schwann cells. Gotta remember those peripheral nerve basics!

FSMTB MBLEx Exam - Topic 3 Question 50 Discussion