Choroid plexus

Definition

The choroid plexus is a network of cells and blood vessels located in the ventricles of the brain that produces cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This fluid plays a crucial role in protecting the brain and spinal cord by providing cushioning and maintaining a stable environment.

Related terms

Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF): A clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord, acting as a cushion for the brain's cortex, providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain inside the skull.

Ventricles: Hollow structures within an organ, notably in the brain where they are filled with cerebrospinal fluid produced by the choroid plexus to cushion and protect neural tissues.

Blood: Brain Barrier - A semipermeable barrier of endothelial cells that prevents certain substances from passing from the bloodstream into the brain tissue, while allowing others to cross