bulbus arteriosus
truncus
The bulbus arteriosus is an elastic heart chamber[GO]. Multi-tissue structure that consists of three layers and through which the blood exits the heart. The bulbus arteriosus is a pear shaped chamber that functions as a capacitor, maintaining continuous blood flow into the gill arches[ZFA].
| Tipo | Organ |
| Estructura principal | cardiac chamber |
| Nombre latino | truncus |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the bulbus arteriosus?
The bulbus arteriosus is an elastic heart chamber[GO]. Multi-tissue structure that consists of three layers and through which the blood exits the heart. The bulbus arteriosus is a pear shaped chamber that functions as a capacitor, maintaining continuous blood flow into the gill arches[ZFA].
What is the Latin name for the bulbus arteriosus?
The Latin name for the bulbus arteriosus is truncus.
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Aviso médico
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