Which Brain Defense Restricts Substances from Entering the Brain Via

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which brain defense restricts substances from entering the brain via the vascular system?

• A)Meninges
• B)Blood-brain barrier
• C)Macrophages
• D)Microglia
• E)Cranium

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Definitions:

Oral Temperature

A measurement of body temperature taken from the mouth, reflecting core body temperature.

Core Temperature

Core temperature refers to the temperature of the body’s internal environment, indicating the warmth of vital organs located within the body cavity.

Axillary Temperature

Body temperature measured in the armpit area, slightly lower than oral temperature readings.

Tympanic Membrane

Also known as the eardrum, it's a thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.