NEETZoologyBody Fluids and Circulation
What is the hepatic portal system?
Options
- ASystemic circulation
- BCoronary system
- CVascular connection between digestive tract and liver
- DNone of the above
Correct answer
C. Vascular connection between digestive tract and liver
Step-by-step solution
Explanation : A unique vascular connection exists between the digestive tract and liver called hepatic portal system. The hepatic portal vein carries blood from intestine to the liver before it is delivered to the systemic circulation. A special coronary system of blood vessels is present in our body exclusively for the circulation of blood to and from the cardiac musculature.