Anatomy & Physiology
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Which cells form the inner lining of the capillary walls and are responsible for the efficient exchange of substances between the blood and surrounding tissues?
Which of the following processes does not facilitate the movement of materials across the capillary walls?
Lactate generated by tissue cells leads to the dilation of the precapillary sphincter. This is an example of:
Which of the following histological characteristics makes capillaries suited for their function?
What substance leaks out of capillaries due to the normal pressure exerted by the heart and osmotic pressure at the cellular level:
This type of capillary allows for the exchange of large molecules and even cells:
Which of the following controls the flow of blood in the capillary beds?
Which of the following blood vessel layers is present in capillaries:
Which of the following types of capillaries has pores and a discontinuous endothelium, allowing for the passage of large molecules?