Which blood vessels carry oxygen-rich blood?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which types of blood vessels are responsible for carrying oxygen-rich blood in the human body. This generally pertains to the role of arteries, particularly the pulmonary and systemic circulation systems.
Answer
pulmonary veins and most arteries
The final answer is pulmonary veins and most arteries.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is pulmonary veins and most arteries.
More Information
Pulmonary veins carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the left atrium, while arteries (excluding the pulmonary arteries) transport oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body.
Sources
- The web page with info on - Cleveland Clinic - my.clevelandclinic.org
- Blood Vessels: Types, Anatomy, Function & Conditions - Cleveland Clinic - my.clevelandclinic.org
- About the Heart and Blood Vessels - Health Encyclopedia - urmc.rochester.edu