maksarterioli

Maksarterioli refers to the arteriole that supplies blood to the liver. The liver receives blood from two primary sources: the hepatic artery, which is an oxygenated blood supply, and the portal vein, which carries nutrient-rich, deoxygenated blood from the digestive organs. The hepatic artery branches into smaller vessels, including the maksarterioli, which further distribute oxygenated blood to the liver parenchyma. These small arteries play a crucial role in providing the oxygen necessary for the liver's numerous metabolic functions, such as detoxification, protein synthesis, and bile production. The regulation of blood flow through the maksarterioli is influenced by various local and systemic factors, including hormones and neurotransmitters, to ensure adequate oxygenation of liver cells under different physiological conditions. Blockage or significant narrowing of these arterioles can lead to hepatic ischemia, potentially causing liver damage.