His-Purkinje system

His-Purkinji network

The His-Purkinje system receives signals from the AV node and is composed of the fibers that regulate cardiac muscle contraction in the ventricles.

Type Muscle
Body System Muscular
Latin Name His-Purkinji network

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the His-Purkinje system?
The His-Purkinje system receives signals from the AV node and is composed of the fibers that regulate cardiac muscle contraction in the ventricles.
What body system is the His-Purkinje system part of?
The His-Purkinje system is part of the Muscular.
What is the Latin name for the His-Purkinje system?
The Latin name for the His-Purkinje system is His-Purkinji network.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.