Hepatic vein
Hepatic Vein
The Hepatic Vein (pronounced: hɪˈpatɪk veɪn) is a blood vessel that carries oxygen-depleted blood from the liver back to the heart.
Etymology
The term "Hepatic" is derived from the Greek word "Hepar" meaning liver, and "Vein" comes from the Latin word "Vena" meaning blood vessel.
Function
The Hepatic Vein drains blood from the liver and returns it to the heart via the Inferior Vena Cava. It plays a crucial role in the Circulatory System, particularly in the process of detoxification and metabolism.
Related Terms
- Liver: The organ that the hepatic vein drains blood from.
- Inferior Vena Cava: The large vein that the hepatic vein drains into.
- Circulatory System: The system of the body that the hepatic vein is a part of.
- Portal Vein: The vein that carries blood to the liver from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen.
- Hepatic Artery: The artery that supplies oxygenated blood to the liver.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hepatic vein
- Wikipedia's article - Hepatic vein
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