Which Statements Are True Regarding the Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB)? (Select

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statements are true regarding the blood-brain barrier (BBB) ? (Select all that apply.)

• A)The BBB is dependent on astrocytes.
• B)It uses the meningeal layers of the brain.
• C)It restricts the flow of large molecules, such as plasma proteins.
• D)Naturally occurring inflammatory mediators affect the BBB.
• E)Becomes increasingly permeable with aging

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