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Brain Blood Flow

Meaning

Brain Blood Flow, clinically termed Cerebral Blood Flow (CBF), represents the volume of blood delivered to the brain tissue per unit of time, a critical physiological parameter that ensures the continuous supply of oxygen, glucose, and essential nutrients necessary for neuronal activity and survival. Maintaining adequate and regulated CBF is paramount for optimal cognitive function, as the brain has a high metabolic demand but limited capacity for energy storage. Compromised flow can lead to cognitive impairment and neurological pathology.