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Preferred Label : Blood-Brain Barrier;

NCIt synonyms : Blood Brain Barrier;

NCIt related terms : BBB;

NCIt definition : The mechanism for restricting the passage of charged ions and large molecules from the blood into the brain and central nervous system (CNS) by employing a unique capillary bed with tight junctions between the endothelial cells.;

Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A network of blood vessels and tissue that is made up of closely spaced cells and helps keep harmful substances from reaching the brain. The blood-brain barrier lets some substances, such as water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and general anesthetics, pass into the brain. It also keeps out bacteria and other substances, such as many anticancer drugs.;

Codes from synonyms : CDR0000632962; CDR0000046504;

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