Most nutrients absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract must pass through the liver before entering the general circulation. Which vessel carries this nutrient-rich blood to the liver?
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Correct answer: Hepatic portal vein
The hepatic portal vein collects blood from the capillaries of the stomach, intestines, pancreas, and spleen. This ensures that the liver can process, detoxify, and store nutrients before the blood reaches the rest of the body.
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