Veins: Understanding Blood Vessels That Return Blood to the Heart
The tubes that carry blood back to the heart are called veins. Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while capillaries exchange oxygen and waste products between the blood and the tissues.Heart Disease - Related Articles
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