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Which type of blood cell is primarily involved in the body's defense against infections?

  • Platelet
  • Monocyte
  • Neutrophil (correct)
  • Eosinophil

What is the function of the chordae tendineae in the heart?

  • To facilitate blood flow into the ventricles
  • To separate the left and right atria
  • To regulate blood pressure within the heart
  • To anchor the heart valves to the ventricular walls (correct)

Which structure prevents backflow of blood from the left ventricle to the left atrium?

  • Aortic semilunar valve
  • Tricuspid valve
  • Pulmonary semilunar valve
  • Bicuspid valve (correct)

Which blood vessel carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?

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What is the primary role of platelets in the circulatory system?

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Which of the following veins is classified as a superficial vein?

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Which artery branches from the internal iliac?

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What is the primary function of the dorsal venous arch?

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Which vein is located posteriorly in relation to the lower limb?

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Which of the following veins transports blood from the anterior aspect of the leg?

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Which artery is primarily associated with the anterior communicating artery in the circle of Willis?

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What role does the posterior cerebral artery play in the circle of Willis?

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Which of the following arteries is paired with the structure it primarily supplies?

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Which structure removes deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs?

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Which artery is part of the major systemic arteries but does not branch directly off the aortic arch?

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Where is the anterior cerebral artery located?

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Which of the following arteries does NOT supply the brain?

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Which artery supplies blood to the brain and the back of the neck?

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Which artery is responsible for supplying blood to the frontal lobe?

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What is the primary drainage route for venous blood from the head and neck?

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Which vein is commonly recognized for its role in venipuncture in the upper limb?

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Which artery is associated with the blood supply to the anterior compartment of the leg?

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What structure is primarily responsible for returning deoxygenated blood from the lower limbs?

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Which of the following veins are classified as superficial veins in the upper limb?

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What type of circulation is characterized by the flow of blood from the placenta to the fetus?

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Which artery branches directly off the subclavian artery?

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Which vein is mainly responsible for draining blood from the upper body into the heart?

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Which artery supplies blood to the upper limb?

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What is the correct term for the main vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the lower part of the body to the heart?

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Which artery branches off from the aortic arch to supply blood to the right arm and head?

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What role does the coronary artery play in the circulatory system?

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Which major vein is located on the left side and connects to the superior vena cava?

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What is the function of the aortic arch in the circulatory system?

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Which structure is found at the apex of the heart?

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Flashcards

Neutrophil

A type of white blood cell that helps fight bacterial infections by engulfing and destroying bacteria.

Platelet

Small, cell-like fragments that help stop bleeding by forming blood clots.

Aorta

The large artery that carries oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the rest of the body.

Fossa ovalis

This structure is located in the right atrium of the heart and serves as a remnant of the fetal oval foramen.

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Myocardium

The muscular wall of the heart that contracts and relaxes to pump blood.

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Femoral vein

The major vein that runs along the inside of the thigh, collecting blood from the legs and lower abdomen.

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Posterior tibial vein

A major vein in the leg that drains blood from the foot and ankle, eventually joining the popliteal vein.

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Great saphenous vein

The superficial vein that runs along the medial aspect of the leg and thigh, draining into the femoral vein.

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Popliteal vein

The major vein that carries blood from the back of the knee to the thigh, connecting with the femoral vein.

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Small saphenous vein

The superficial vein that travels along the lateral side of the leg, draining into the popliteal vein.

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Vertebral Artery

The vertebral artery is a major artery that supplies blood to the brain and spinal cord.

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Common Iliac Artery

The common iliac artery branches into the internal and external iliac arteries.

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External Iliac Artery

The external iliac artery supplies blood to the lower limb.

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Femoral Artery

The femoral artery is the main artery of the thigh, running along the inner side.

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Popliteal Artery

The popliteal artery is located behind the knee, branching from the femoral artery.

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Anterior Tibial Artery

The anterior tibial artery runs down the front of the lower leg, supplying blood to the shin and ankle.

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Posterior Tibial Artery

The posterior tibial artery runs along the back of the lower leg, supplying blood to the calf and foot.

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Fibular Artery

The fibular artery supplies blood to the outer part of the lower leg, branching from the posterior tibial artery.

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Circle of Willis

The circle of Willis is a network of arteries at the base of the brain.

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Where is the circle of Willis located?

The circle of Willis is located at the base of the brain, where major arteries connect.

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What arteries contribute to the Circle of Willis?

The Circle of Willis is formed by several arteries, including the internal carotid arteries and the vertebral arteries.

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Which arteries supply blood to the brain through the Circle of Willis?

The anterior cerebral arteries, the middle cerebral arteries, and the posterior cerebral arteries supply blood to different parts of the brain.

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What is the anterior communicating artery's role?

The anterior communicating artery connects both anterior cerebral arteries, providing an alternate pathway for blood flow.

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What is the role of the posterior communicating artery?

The posterior communicating artery connects the posterior cerebral artery with the internal carotid artery, providing another alternate pathway for blood flow.

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What is the role of the basilar artery?

The basilar artery joins the vertebral arteries, supplying blood to the posterior brain regions.

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Why is the Circle of Willis important?

The circle of Willis ensures that blood flow to the brain is maintained even if one of the major arteries is blocked.

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Major Veins Draining into the Heart

Major veins that drain into the heart, including the superior vena cava and inferior vena cava, which collect blood from the upper and lower body respectively.

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Arteries Supplying Head and Upper Limbs

Arteries that supply blood to the head and upper limbs, including the brachiocephalic, common carotid, and subclavian arteries.

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Major Arteries Supplying the Head, Upper Limbs and Lower Part of the Body

Major arteries that supply the head, upper limbs, and lower body, including the aorta, which branches into smaller arteries to reach different parts of the body.

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The Heart and Major Blood Vessels

The heart and major blood vessels involved in the circulatory system, including the aorta, pulmonary arteries, and pulmonary veins.

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Some Major Human Blood Vessels of the Thorax and Abdomen

Major blood vessels of the thorax and abdomen, including the superior vena cava, inferior vena cava, aorta, and renal arteries and veins.

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The Heart and the Great Vessels

The heart and the major vessels connected to it. The aorta is key, branching to supply oxygen-rich blood.

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Ligamentum Arteriosum

A structure in the circulatory system that connects the aorta to the pulmonary trunk in a fetus, but usually closes after birth.

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Pulmonary Veins

Blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart, delivering it to the body.

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Study Notes

A and P II: Blood and Major Blood Vessels (Fetal Pig and Human Torso)

  • This section covers the blood and major blood vessels in fetal pigs and human torsos.

Blood Cells

  • Images of various blood cells (lymphocyte, neutrophil, monocyte, platelet, basophil, eosinophil, red blood cell) are presented.
  • Abbreviations are used for each type: N - Neutrophil, R - Red blood cell, and E - Eosinophil.

Internal Structures of the Heart

  • Images of the internal structures of the heart are displayed.
  • Key structures include chordae tendineae (in the left ventricle), pulmonary trunk, right ventricle myocardium, right ventricle chamber, interventricular septum, left ventricle myocardium, left ventricle chamber, interventricular septum, papillary muscles (in both left and right ventricles), aorta, left atrium, and bicuspid valve.

Internal Structures (Continued)

  • Further internal heart structures are shown, including chordae tendineae, endocardium, myocardium, epicardium (visceral pericardium), and various valve components (aortic and bicuspid).
  • Locations like the chamber of the left ventricle, interventricular septum, and the chambers of the right ventricle are pointed out.

Heart: Posterior Surface View

  • The image shows the heart's posterior surface.
  • Key structures like the superior vena cava, left pulmonary artery, left pulmonary veins, right atrium, inferior vena cava, coronary sinus, right coronary artery, posterior interventricular artery, middle cardiac vein, and right ventricle are labeled.

Frontal Section of Heart Chambers and Valves

  • Diagram displays the interior chambers and valves of the heart.
  • Labeled components include superior vena cava, right pulmonary artery, right pulmonary veins, right atrium, fossa ovalis, pectinate muscles, right atrioventricular valve (tricuspid), right ventricle, chordae tendineae, inferior vena cava, trabeculae carneae, aorta, left pulmonary artery, left atrium, left pulmonary veins, pulmonary semilunar valve, left atrioventricular valve (bicuspid), left ventricle, interventricular septum, myocardium, and visceral pericardium.

Major Veins Draining into the Heart

  • The image shows major veins connecting to the heart.
  • Right internal jugular vein, right external jugular vein, and right subclavian vein are seen connecting to the superior vena cava; these are seen draining into the heart from the upper body. Anterior vena cava is noted to be the superior vena cava in humans.

Arteries Supplying Head and Upper Limbs

  • The diagram illustrates major arteries supplying the head and upper limbs.
  • Labeled arteries include right common carotid artery, right subclavian artery, brachiocephalic artery, pulmonary artery, left atrium, left ventricle, and the aortic arch.

Major Arteries (Head, Upper, and Lower Limbs)

  • Diagram of major arteries further detailing the flow to the head, upper, and lower limbs.
  • Labelled are left ventricle, right subclavian artery, right common carotid artery, trachea, anterior, pulmonary artery, aorta, ductus arteriosus, left common carotid artery, brachiocephalic artery, aortic arch, and left subclavian artery.

The Heart and Major Blood Vessels

  • Image highlighting the heart and major blood vessels.
  • Labeled components include brachiocephalic artery, right atrium, right ventricle, coronary artery in anterior interventricular sulcus, left ventricle, and apex of the heart.

Major Human Blood Vessels of the Thorax and Abdomen

  • The image displays major human blood vessels in the thorax and abdomen.
  • Labeled vessels include internal jugular vein, common carotid artery, subclavian vein, brachiocephalic vein, superior vena cava, aortic arch, thoracic aorta, inferior vena cava, renal artery, renal vein, gonadal artery and vein, celiac trunk, superior mesenteric artery, abdominal aorta, inferior mesenteric artery, common iliac, external iliac, and internal iliac.

The Heart and the Great Vessels

  • Image illustrating the heart and its great vessels.
  • Labeled components include the brachiocephalic artery, left common carotid, left subclavian artery, left brachiocephalic vein, right brachiocephalic vein, superior vena cava, ascending aorta, aortic arch, ligamentum arteriosum, left pulmonary artery, left pulmonary veins, pulmonary trunk, right atrium, left atrium, right ventricle, left ventricle, coronary artery, and cardiac vein.

Major Systemic Arteries

  • Image showing major systemic arteries.
  • Arteries are labeled including vertebral, right subclavian, brachiocephalic, aortic arch, ascending aorta, celiac trunk, brachial, radial, ulnar, right common carotid, left common carotid, left subclavian, axillary, pulmonary trunk, descending aorta, diaphragm, superior mesenteric, renal, gonadal, inferior mesenteric, common iliac, internal iliac, external iliac, palmar arches, deep femoral, and femoral arteries.

Cerebral Arterial Circle (Circle of Willis)

  • Image illustrating the cerebral arterial circle (circle of Willis).
  • Labelled are anterior communicating artery, anterior cerebral artery, posterior communicating artery, posterior cerebral artery, basilar artery, vertebral artery, and cerebellum. Anatomical location is in the brain.

Arteries of the Head and Neck

  • Diagram of arteries supplying the head and neck.
  • Arteries include superficial temporal, maxillary, occipital, facial, lingual, external carotid, internal carotid, superior thyroid, common carotid, subclavian, and brachiocephalic arteries.
  • Vertebral artery and clavicle are also clearly visible.

Major Arteries of the Lower Limb

  • Diagram of major arteries in the lower limb.
  • Arteries are labeled including common iliac, external iliac, internal iliac, femoral, popliteal, anterior tibial, posterior tibial, fibular, dorsalis pedis, medial plantar, lateral plantar, dorsal arch, and plantar arch; right external iliac is also presented.

Venous Drainage Head and Neck

  • Image displaying venous drainage of the head and neck.
  • Veins include superior sagittal sinus, great cerebral, dural sinuses, vertebral, external jugular, right subclavian, clavicle, first rib, temporal, maxillary, facial, internal jugular, right brachiocephalic, left brachiocephalic, superior vena cava, and internal thoracic.

Venous Drainage (Upper Limb, Chest, and Abdomen)

  • Diagram showing venous drainage in the upper limb, chest, and abdomen.
  • Veins include superior vena cava, hepatic veins, renal veins, gonadal veins, common iliac, internal iliac, external iliac, superficial veins, deep veins, vertebral, internal jugular, external jugular, subclavian, brachiocephalic, axillary, cephalic, brachial, inferior vena cava, basilic, adrenal veins, median cubital, radial, ulnar, palmar venous arches, and digital veins.

Venous Drainage (Abdomen)

  • Image illustrating the venous drainage in the abdomen.
  • Veins include inferior vena cava (not part of the hepatic portal system), hepatic portal vein, gastric veins, spleen, stomach, splenic vein, inferior mesenteric vein, superior mesenteric vein, small intestine, and large intestine.

Fetal Circulation

  • Diagram of fetal circulation.
  • Components include superior vena cava, inferior vena cava, hepatic vein, hepatic portal vein, umbilical vein, fetal umbilicus, umbilical cord, umbilical arteries, aorta, common iliac artery, external iliac artery, internal iliac artery, urinary bladder, and placenta. High, moderate, low, and very low oxygenation zones are labeled.

Venous Drainage from the Lower Limb

  • Image of venous drainage from the lower limb.
  • Components include femoral circumflex, femoral, great saphenous, small saphenous, common iliac, internal iliac, external iliac, posterior tibial, fibular, anterior tibial, dorsal venous arch, plantar venous arch, digital, anterior and posterior views are shown.

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