Circulation to the Spleen Demonstrates A(n)

question 79

Multiple Choice

Circulation to the spleen demonstrates a(n)

• A) simple pathway, as one artery delivers blood and one vein drains the organ.
• B) simple pathway, as its two capillary beds are separated by a portal vein.
• C) anastomosis, as one artery delivers blood and one vein drains the organ.
• D) anastomosis, as its two capillary beds are separated by a portal vein.

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