What are the primary communication cells in the body called?

The primary communication cells in the body are known as neurons. Neurons are specialized cells that transmit information throughout the nervous system. They are capable of carrying electrical impulses which allow for rapid communication between different parts of the body. Each neuron consists of a cell body, dendrites, and an axon, and they work together to process and relay signals.

Dendrites are structures on neurons that receive messages from other cells, while axons are responsible for sending messages away from the neuron to other cells. Synapses are the points where communication occurs between two neurons; they are not cells themselves but rather the junctions that enable signal transmission. Thus, while all these components are essential for neural communication, the term that specifically refers to the primary cells responsible for communication is neurons.