Term Name: Schwann cell development
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Definition: The process aimed at the progression of a Schwann cell over time, from initial commitment of the cell to a specific fate, to the fully functional differentiated cell. Schwann cells are found in the peripheral nervous system, where they insulate neurons and axons, and regulate the environment in which neurons function.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0014044]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: Schwann cell differentiation
has parts: myelination in peripheral nervous system
is a type of: glial cell development