The Half-Life of GHB May Be Quicker in the Brain

question 32

Multiple Choice

The half-life of GHB may be quicker in the brain than in the body because:

• A) GHB is highly lipid-soluble and quickly passes out of the brain through the blood-brain barrier.
• B) GHB is catabolized for GABA synthesis.
• C) GHB is transported into astrocytes where it is quickly catabolized.
• D) few GHB molecules are capable to passing through the blood-brain barrier.

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