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Neurophysiology of Neuroimmunological Disorders
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What is the primary function of the blood-brain barrier (BBB)?
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Regulating the exchange of substances between the blood and the brain
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The BBB is a complex network of endothelial cells, astrocytes, and pericytes that forms a tight barrier between the blood and the brain. Its primary function is to regulate the exchange of substances between the two compartments, allowing essential nutrients to enter the brain while preventing the entry of potentially harmful substances.