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Which veins have names that do not correspond to arterial names?
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∙ 12y ago
There is the Vena Cava, veins, and venules. Then we have the Aorta, arteries, and arterioles.
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∙ 16y ago
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What does ariteral mean?
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There is no such thing as an arterial vein. You either have an artery, or a vein. Arteries move blood away from the heart, and veins move blood to the heart. Also, arteries carry blood that contains oxygen to the various parts of the body, whereas veins carry blood that needs oxygen to the heart and lungs.
Is dark colored blood from your veins bad?
Yes, it could be a sinister sign of a disease It could also be a increased input of blood in your veins
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