Neurokeratin

Neurokeratins are structural elements of nerve fiber sheaths. They are similar in their physical and chemical properties to skin keratin and its derivatives. Nerve sheaths are an important component of the nervous system that plays a key role in the transmission of nerve impulses. Neurokeratins play an important role in maintaining the integrity of nerve fiber sheaths and provide protection against various damage.

Neurokeratins have a complex structure consisting of protein subunits. They are synthesized in neurons and other cells of the nervous system. When the sheath of nerve fibers is damaged, neurokeratins can play a role in their repair and regeneration.

In recent years, it has been discovered that neurokeratins also play an important role in regulating the functions of the nervous system. They can participate in the processes of memory, learning and regulation of emotional state. In addition, neurokeratins are associated with the development of certain nervous system diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

The study of neurokeratins is an important area in neurology and neurobiology. It can lead to the development of new methods for treating diseases of the nervous system and help to better understand the mechanisms of regulation of nervous system functions in health and disease.