Astrocytes are star-shaped glial cells (astroglia) with great heterogeneity in both morphology and activity in the central nervous system (CNS). Astrocytes exhibit various functions including modulating neurotransmitter clearance, maintaining ion and nutrient homeostasis, and regulating the number of synapses. They also provide biochemical support of endothelial cells that form the blood–brain barrier, and play a crucial role in post-injury repair in the CNS.

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