posterior cardinal vein
axial vein
One of two paired cardinal veins that return blood from the body of the embryo[Kardong].
| Type | Vessel |
| Body System | Digestive |
| Parent Structure | trunk blood vessel |
| Latin Name | axial vein |
| FMA ID | 70314 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the posterior cardinal vein?
One of two paired cardinal veins that return blood from the body of the embryo[Kardong].
What body system is the posterior cardinal vein part of?
The posterior cardinal vein is part of the Digestive.
What is the Latin name for the posterior cardinal vein?
The Latin name for the posterior cardinal vein is axial vein.
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