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Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels
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Section 6

Control of Blood Pressure

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Role of the Cardiovascular Center

The cardiovascular system plays a role in body maintenance by transporting hormones and nutrients and removing waste products.

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Short-Term Neural Control

Neural regulation of blood pressure is achieved through the role of cardiovascular centers and baroreceptor stimulation.

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Short-Term Chemical Control

Blood pressure is controlled chemically through dilation or constriction of the blood vessels by vasodilators and vasocontrictors.

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Long-Term Renal Regulation

Consistent and long-term control of blood pressure is determined by the renin-angiotensin system.

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Checking Circulation

Checking circulation involves measurement of blood pressure and pulse through a variety of invasive and noninvasive methods.

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Pulse

Pulse is a measurement of heart rate by touching and counting beats at several body locations, typically at the wrist radial artery.

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Measuring Blood Pressure

Measurement of blood pressure includes systolic pressure during cardiac contraction and diastolic pressure during cardiac relaxation.

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Extremes in Blood Pressure

Chronically elevated blood pressure is called hypertension, while chronically low blood pressure is called hypotension.

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