Nitric Oxide Released by Endothelial Cells in Vascular Smooth Muscle

question 39

Multiple Choice

Nitric oxide released by endothelial cells in vascular smooth muscle is responsible for smooth muscle relaxation and therefore responsible for which of the following?

• A)reduced blood flow to bronchioles
• B)increased blood flow in placenta
• C)increased blood flow to the fetus
• D)penile erection

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