THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

ARTERIES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The sinoatrial node is often referred to as the:
A
semi lunar valve
B
the heart muscle
C
pacemaker of the heart
D
conductor of the heart
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The sinus node continuously generates electrical impulses, thereby setting the normal rhythm and rate in a healthy heart. Hence, the SA node is referred to as the natural pacemaker of the heart.

Detailed explanation-2: -The delay in conduction of impulse in this node changes the duration of contraction between the atria and the ventricles. Hence AV node is called as the pace-setter.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sino-atrial node is called the pacemaker of our heart.

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