A unique vascular connection between the digestive tract and liver is called.
- Hepato-cystic system
- Hepato-pancreatic system
- Hepatic portal system
- Renal portal system
Answer
(3) Hepatic portal system
Solution
As per NCERT, a unique vascular connection exists between the digestive tract and liver called the hepatic portal system.
The hepatic portal vein carries blood from the intestine to the liver before it is delivered to the systemic circulation.
Answer: (3)