cerebrospinal
Americanadjective
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pertaining to or affecting the brain and the spinal cord.
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of or relating to the central nervous system.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of cerebrospinal
Example Sentences
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Biogen noted that the treatment demonstrated “robust reductions” in both the levels of tau protein in cerebrospinal fluid, a key biomarker, and the buildup of tau protein in the brain.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
During those misses, the scientists observed a surge of cerebrospinal fluid through and out of the brain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
In healthy individuals, a network called the glymphatic system circulates cerebrospinal fluid through spaces around arteries into brain tissue.
From Science Daily • Nov. 11, 2025
Previously, the only way to confirm Alzheimer's was by specialist PET brain scans and lumbar punctures to extract cerebrospinal fluid.
From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025
The sympathetic nerves are closely connected with the cerebrospinal nerves, but are not under the control of the will.
From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry
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