Lecture 6: Blood-brain Barrier Flashcards

1
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Which cell directly encompasses the endothelium surrounding the blood vessels of the brain?

A

Pericyte

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The feet of which cells then encompass the pericyte and blood vessel?

A

Astrocytes.

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3
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Which junctions are there for structural attachment, tight junctions or adherens junctions?

A

Adherens junctions.

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4
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In the brain, it is crucial for glucose transporters to be where for effective absorption of glucose from the blood?

A

On both sides of the endothelial cell.

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5
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What are the two types of endocytosis in the endothelium of the brain’s blood vessels?

A

Receptor mediated endocytosis and adsorptive endocytosis.

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