The half-life of GHB may be quicker in the brain than in the body because:

a. GHB is highly lipid-soluble and quickly passes out of the brain through the blood-brain barrier.
b. GHB is catabolized for GABA synthesis.
c. GHB is transported into astrocytes where it is quickly catabolized.
d. few GHB molecules are capable to passing through the blood-brain barrier.


Ans: B

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