What is another word for Nodes Of Ranvier?
Pronunciation: [nˈə͡ʊdz ɒv ɹˈanvɪə] (IPA) 
Nodes of Ranvier, also known as myelin sheath gaps or myelin nodes, can be described as tiny spaces that exist along the length of a myelinated axon. These tiny, unmyelinated gaps in the myelin sheath, allow for rapid transmission of nerve impulses. Synonyms for Nodes of Ranvier may include axonal gaps, neurofibril nodes, myelin junctions, sodium channels, saltatory conduction sites or nerve fiber gaps. Nodes of Ranvier are essential for proper nerve function and are often studied in relation to diseases like Multiple Sclerosis where damage to the myelin can cause a disruption in nerve communication.
