19. Blood Vessels
Anastomoses
19. Blood Vessels
Anastomoses - Video Tutorials & Practice Problems
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Anastomoses Form Collateral Channels
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Anastomoses Example 1
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ProblemWhat is the primary function of anastomoses in blood vessels?
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Remove impurities from blood.
B
Regulate oxygen levels in the blood.
C
Control blood temperature.
D
Help provide alternate routes for blood flow.
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Types of Anastomoses
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Anastomoses Example 2
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ProblemWhich of the following is a reason that the retina, kidney, & spleen may be more susceptible to cell death than other organs?
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Arteries that supply these organs do not have many anastomoses.
B
Veins that carry blood away from these organs do not have many anastomoses.
C
There are very few arteriovenous anastomoses near these organs.
D
They have many capillary beds.
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