MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Vasodilation is ____
A
The narrowing of blood vessels
B
The widening of blood vessels
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Vasodilation is the widening of blood vessels as a result of the relaxation of the blood vessel’s muscular walls. Vasodilation is a mechanism to enhance blood flow to areas of the body that are lacking oxygen and/or nutrients.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vasodilation is the widening of your blood vessels. It happens when smooth muscles found in the walls of arteries or large veins relax, allowing the blood vessels to become more open. This leads to an increase in blood flow through your blood vessels as well as a decrease in blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Vasodilation refers to the widening of the arteries and large blood vessels. It is a natural process that occurs in response to low oxygen levels or increases in body temperature.

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