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Blood-Brain Barrier Permeability

Meaning

Blood-Brain Barrier Permeability describes the strictly controlled passage of substances, including crucial hormones and essential metabolites, across the specialized interface separating the circulating blood from the central nervous system. This dynamic, semi-permeable boundary functions to protect the delicate neural environment from systemic fluctuations, pathogens, and potential toxins. The structural integrity of this barrier is absolutely vital for maintaining cerebral homeostasis and optimal cognitive function.