Vascular Disease

Question 1

What are the four important roles of the mammalian vascular network?

Answer 1

1. Regulates movement of molecules and cells
2. Integrates physiological responses by different organs
3. Can be subverted and used as a route for pathogenic infection and immune responses
   Plays a central role in many disease states including cancer, heart disease and diabetes

Question 2

Describe the features of an artery

Answer 2

High blood pressure 80-120 mm Hg

Thicker wall with more elasticity and more contractile properties

Question 3

Describe the features of a vein

Answer 3

Lower blood pressure 20-30 mm Hg

Question 4

Describe the features of a capillary

Answer 4

Lowest blood pressure 5-10 mm Hg