Asked by Shyra Williams-Brown on Apr 26, 2024
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The ________ begins with capillaries in the abdominal viscera and ends with capillaries in the liver.
A) superior mesenteric system
B) celiac system
C) hepatic portal system
D) hepatic vein
E) splenic system
Hepatic Portal System
A network of veins that carries blood from the gastrointestinal organs and spleen to the liver.
Abdominal Viscera
The internal organs within the abdominal cavity, including the stomach, liver, intestines, and others.
Capillaries
Small blood vessels that facilitate the exchange of water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and many other nutrients and waste substances between blood and surrounding tissues.
- Acknowledge the parts and significance of the hepatic portal system.
Verified Answer
JC
Jasmine ChathaMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The hepatic portal system is responsible for transporting blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver. This system begins with capillaries in the abdominal viscera and ends with capillaries in the liver, allowing for the detoxification and metabolism of absorbed nutrients and substances.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the parts and significance of the hepatic portal system.