blood vessels Flashcards
What is the function of the subclavian arteries and veins?
They supply blood to and from the arms.
What is the function of the jugular veins?
They drain blood from the head back to the heart.
What is the function of the carotid arteries?
They carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the head.
What is the function of the mesenteric arteries?
They supply oxygenated blood to the intestines.
What is the function of the anterior and posterior vena cava?
They return deoxygenated blood to the heart from the body.
What is the function of the pulmonary veins and arteries?
They transport blood between the heart and lungs for oxygenation
What is the function of the hepatic vein?
It carries deoxygenated blood from the liver to the heart.
What is the function of the hepatic portal vein?
It carries nutrient-rich blood from the digestive tract to the liver.
What is the function of the renal arteries and veins?
They supply blood to and from the kidneys.
What is the function of the iliac arteries and veins?
They supply blood to and from the lower body.
What is the function of the coronary arteries and veins?
They supply blood to and from the heart muscle.
What is the function of the aorta?
It carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the body.
