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Blood and blood vessels are intrinsically linked as core components of the circulatory system, which pumps blood through these vessels to transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the body as described in [1] and [2]. Their functional relationship is further evidenced by the heart's role in circulating blood through the vessels [3], the daily volume of blood moved through this network [4], and the interaction between blood-borne microorganisms and the vessel walls [5].
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7 Major Organ Systems: Functions and Connections instituteofhumananatomy.com 2 facts
measurementThe human heart beats 60 to 100 times per minute to pump blood through the body's blood vessels.
measurementThe circulatory system moves approximately 2,000 gallons of blood daily through 60,000 miles of blood vessels.
The Basics of Anatomy and Physiology: A Beginner's Guide ausoma.org 1 fact
claimThe cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, is responsible for transporting blood and essential substances throughout the body and consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
The immune system and primary immunodeficiency primaryimmune.org 1 fact
claimMonocytes line the walls of blood vessels in organs like the liver and spleen to capture microorganisms passing through the blood.
Human body | Organs, Systems, Structure, Diagram, & Facts britannica.com 1 fact
claimThe circulatory system is composed of the heart, blood, and blood vessels; it circulates transport fluid to provide cells with oxygen and nutrients while removing waste products like carbon dioxide and toxic nitrogen compounds.