Pulmonary Capillaries: Location and Function in the Lungs
Pulmonary capillaries form an intricate network within the walls of the alveoli in the lungs. The alveolar walls are composed of a single layer of epithelial cells and a rich network of capillaries that lie in close proximity. This close proximity facilitates the efficient exchange of gases between the air in the alveoli and the blood in the capillaries.Respiratory Disorders - Related Articles
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