BBB

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BBB
TermBBB
Short definitionBBB - A network of blood vessels and tissues made up of closely spaced cells that help block harmful substances from reaching the brain. The BBB allows some substances, such as water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and general anesthetics, to enter the brain. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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BBB - A network of blood vessels and tissues made up of closely spaced cells that help block harmful substances from reaching the brain. The BBB allows some substances, such as water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and general anesthetics, to enter the brain. It also keeps bacteria and other substances away, such as B. many cancer drugs. Also called the blood-brain barrier

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