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The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is effective at regulating the passage of substances between the bloodstream and the brain, but it does allow certain essential molecules, such as glucose, to cross. Glucose is transported into the brain via specialized glucose transporters, primarily GLUT1, which facilitate its entry to meet the energy demands of brain cells. Therefore, while the BBB is selective, it is not impermeable to glucose, ensuring that the brain receives the necessary nutrients.

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