tanyocyter
Tanycytes are specialized glial cells found in the ependymal layer lining the walls of the third ventricle and the median eminence of the hypothalamus. They are characterized by their elongated shape and a single, prominent apical cilium. The name "tanycyte" originates from the Greek word "tania," meaning ribbon, referring to their elongated morphology.
These cells play a crucial role in the neuroendocrine system by forming a barrier between the cerebrospinal
Furthermore, tanycytes may also contribute to regulating the composition of the CSF and are involved in glucose