The Blood-Brain Barrier

question 5

Multiple Choice

The blood-brain barrier

• A) is formed by tight junctions.
• B) is formed by oligodendrocytes.
• C) tightly regulates the intracellular environment of the CNS.
• D) uses chemical signals to communicate with the spinal cord.
• E) provides support to the brain tissue.

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Definitions:

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