Although there are several molecular or morphological differences between nerve fibers in the PNS and CNS, the basic myelin sheath ... sensitizing animals with myelin proteins or lipids (Figure ...

(A) Illustration of myelinated nerve fiber and saltatory conduction of action potential. An example of PNS myelinated nerve fiber is shown. (B) Illustration of transverse section of myelinated ...

Myelin is an insulating layer of lipids and proteins surrounding nerves. Myelin damage can cause problems with the nerves’ ability to send and receive electrical messages. Inflammatory disorders ...