A protective shield of specialized cells lining brain blood vessels. It filters harmful substances from entering while allowing essential nutrients and oxygen through. This barrier regulates brain chemistry, benefiting everyone by preventing toxins, pathogens, and certain drugs from disrupting neural function.
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