HUMAN ANATOMY-ALC W/ACCESS
HUMAN ANATOMY-ALC W/ACCESS
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134888729
Author: Martini
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 2RFT
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Match the term thrombus with the most closely related descriptions given below:

deliver blood to the head

transport blood to the body’s skeletal muscles and internal organs

arteries whose smooth muscles do not contract

stationary blood clot

network of capillaries

arteries that supply a capillary network

supply blood to the upper limbs

small air sacs

supply blood to the lower limbs

collect blood from the kidneys

Introduction:

Age is the major factor that controls the function of the heart and blood vessels along with the blood composition. The capacity of the cardiovascular system decreases as the individual becomes older. For example, in old age, the hematocrit decreases and the veins are blocked due to the formation of blood clot called thrombus.

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