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High blood pressure can be attributed to stress, which can also cause a heightened pulse rate. High blood pressure can also be detrimental to one's health if they also have clogged arteries because it can increase the chances of Heart disease or a heart attack.

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What type of blood vessel is blood pressure highest in?

Blood pressure is highest in arteries, specifically in the large arteries like the aorta, as they receive blood from the heart during systole and distribute it throughout the body. This high pressure enables the blood to reach all tissues and organs efficiently.


How does the body establish a pressure gradient for fluid flow?

A pressure gradient exists in the arteries because the heart actively pumps the blood; additionally, the elasticity of the larger arteries helps force the blood along. There is a lower pressure gradient within the veins that is generated by the muscles squeezing the blood along back to the heart (assisted by valves within the veins).


What are the 2 main differences between Arteries and Veins?

Viens carry blood away from the heart while veins carry blood towardj the heart. Arteries are generally thicker than veins because arteries must withstand the pressure of the blood coming away from the heart.


What happens when your blood pressure rises?

When blood pressure rises, it puts increased strain on the heart and blood vessels, which can lead to complications such as atherosclerosis, heart disease, and stroke. Higher blood pressure can also cause damage to organs over time if left untreated.


What does blood pressure tell doctors?

Blood pressure is a good indicator of the overall health of your cardiovascular system. Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the walls of your blood vessels by your blood as pumped by your heart. IF your blood pressure is elevated, your heart has to work harder to pump the blood through your body. High blood pressure is serious and can be life threatening, so check with your physician if you have a family history. Low blood pressure can cause dizzy spells and fainting, so try to keep an eye on your blood pressure and keep it within the normal range of 90-120 over 60-79.

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What is a common disorder that can be caused by clogged arteries?

There are several disorders that can lead to clogged arteries. These include but are not limited to: high blood pressure High cholesterol diabetes...


What is the lowest pressure exerted by blood in your arteries is your- blood pressure?

The lowest pressure exerted by blood in your arteries is your diastolic blood pressure.


Can eating cornstarch give you clogged arteries?

No. Clogged arteries are caused by too much 'bad' cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood...nothing to do with cornstarch.


What is blood pressure-?

Blood pressure is the pressure of the blood in the circulatory system, often measured for diagnosis since it is closely related to the force and rate of the heartbeat and the diameter and elasticity of the arterial walls.


How are arteries related to blood pressure?

Because arteries have to do with giving blood to body parts and blood pressure has to do with the amount of blood you have and the arteries have a huge part in that!!! Thank you arteries are the carriers of oygenated blood to the body . blood pressue is very high. the walls are made of elstic material which can either contract or dilate due to pressure changes. blood pressure levels can be influenced by exercise ie when muscles are in motion and temperature changes


Where is blood pressure is the greatest?

in the arteries


Blood pressure is higher in veins than arteries?

No, pressure is higher in the arteries.


Why do arteries have thicker walls then veins?

Because arteries are narrower, thus increasing the pressure in the arteries. So you need thicker walls to contain the blood under pressure.


What blood vessel carries blood at high pressure and why?

Arteries carry blood at high pressure, simply because they are linked directly to the heart and lungs.


What is arteries to health and human?

Arteries are things in your body that gives blood to the heart if these arteries are clogged with greasy junk food you can probably die.


In an orbiting space station would the blood pressure in major arteries in the leg ever be greater than the blood pressure in major arteries in neck?

yes the blood pressure in major arteries in the leg is greater than the blood pressure in arteries in neck during orbiting in an orbiting space station.


What generates blood pressure?

Blood pressure is generated by the force exerted by the heart pumping blood into the arteries and the resistance encountered by the blood flow in the arteries. The systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart contracts and pushes blood out, while the diastolic pressure is the pressure when the heart relaxes and refills with blood.