Knowing the functions of the cardiovascular system and the parts of the body that are part of it is critical in understanding the physiology of the human body. With its complex pathways of veins, arteries, and capillaries, the cardiovascular system keeps life pumping through you. read more
Functions of the Cardiovascular System Knowing the functions of the cardiovascular system and the parts of the body that are part of it is critical in understanding the physiology of the human body. With its complex pathways of veins, arteries, and capillaries, the cardiovascular system keeps life pumping through you. read more
The cardiovascular system works in conjunction with the respiratory system to deliver oxygen to the tissues of the body and remove carbon dioxide. In order to do this effectively the cardiovascular system is divided into two circuits, known as the pulmonary circuit and the systemic circuit. read more
The cardiovascular system is composed of the heart, blood and blood vessels. It connects all parts of the body through arteries and veins, arterioles and venules, and capillaries. Through this network, the blood delivers and expels nutrients, gases, waste products and chemical messengers throughout the body. read more