What Is the Primary Function of the Smooth Muscle of a Blood

question 56

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of the smooth muscle of a blood vessel?

• A) It enhances capillary permeability.
• B) It regulates the diameter of the lumen.
• C) It secretes chemical mediators that influence the contraction of a blood vessel.
• D) It provides resistance to blood flow.
• E) It maintains blood flow during ventricular relaxation.

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