blood vessels Flashcards
1
Q
for each major organ there is:
A
artery supplying blood
vein taking away
specific organ names
2
Q
which blood vessel is different?
A
the hepatic portal vein
3
Q
why is the hepatic portal vein different?
A
because the products of digestion might include toxins
the blood is delivered to the liver first for detoxifying
4
Q
what is the lumen for?
A
where the blood flows through
5
Q
what’s the endo(inside)thelium?
A
-a non-stick surface so blood can flow
-this PREVENTS inappropriate blood clotting
6
Q
how thick is endothelium?
A
1 cell thick
7
Q
what receives the highest pressure of blood?
A
the aorta
8
Q
what are the 5 main types of blood vessels?
A
arteries
arterioles
capillaries
venules
veins
