Nerve growth factor is required for growth of ?
Correct Answer: Sympathetic neurons
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Sympathetic neuronsNerve growth factor (NGF) promotes growth of neurons, paicularly autonomic nervous system.Antiserum against NGF can be prepared and injection of this serum causes total destruction of sympathetic ganglia - immunosympathectomy.NGF is also required for growth of basal forebrain cholinergic neurons.
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