Blood supply to the heart Flashcards
1
Q
How much of the body’s blood supply does the heart receive?
A
About 5%
2
Q
What is the inner part (endocardium) supplied with?
What is the remainder supplied with?
A
Blood directly from inside the chambers
Remainder supplied by coronary arteries
3
Q
Where does each artery come from?
A
The aorta
4
Q
Why does the aorta divide into smaller branches?
A
To supply different areas of the heart
