Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9781119662792
Author: Tortora, Gerard J., DERRICKSON, Bryan H.
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 21, Problem 36CP
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The diagram and significance of hepatic portal circulation.

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The hepatic portal system is responsible for carrying blood from different parts of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the spleen to the liver. The hepatic portal vein (HPV) carries blood from capillaries of GI tract for transporting it to sinusoids of the liver.

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