Artériolákban

Artériolákban refers to the plural form of arteriole in Hungarian. Arterioles are small branches of arteries that lead to capillaries. They are part of the microcirculation, playing a crucial role in regulating blood flow and blood pressure within the body. Their walls contain smooth muscle that can constrict or dilate, thereby controlling the amount of blood entering the capillary network. This control is essential for distributing blood to different tissues based on their metabolic needs and for maintaining overall systemic blood pressure. The diameter of arterioles is typically between 10 to 100 micrometers. They are a key site of peripheral resistance in the circulatory system, meaning changes in their diameter significantly impact how hard the heart has to pump. Diseases affecting arterioles can have widespread consequences for organ function.