Key Terms Flashcards
1
Q
What is the vascular shunt mechanism
A
The redistribution of blood flow from one area of the body to another is controlled by the VSM
2
Q
What is an arteriole
A
Blood vessels carrying oxygenated blood from the arteries to the capillary beds
3
Q
What is the pre capillary sphincters
A
Rings of smooth muscle at the junction between arterioles and capillaries which can dilate and constrict
4
Q
What do the blood flow into the capillary beds controlled by
A
Pre capillary sphincters
5
Q
What is the definition of constrict
A
It limits blood flow to capillary bed
6
Q
What is the definition of dilate
A
Maximises output distributed to the capillary beds
