Venule

usgb/ˈven.juːl/
noun

A small vein that collects blood from capillaries and joins larger veins.

The venules play a crucial role in the circulatory system by transporting blood back to the heart.
Visual representation of "venule" - A small vein that collects blood from capillaries and joins larger veins.

Often appears as...

  • small veins
  • muscular venules

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blood vessel, circulatory system, microcirculation

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