Circulatory system
Circulation refers to the movement of the blood through the heart and blood vessels.
Mechanisms
The mechanisms can be further subcategorized.
General mechanisms of the cardiovascular system
- Blood pressure regulation is the regulation of blood pressure.
- Cardiac cycle
- Cardiovascular reflex
- Cardiac output
- Heartbeat regulation
- The prevention of blood loss is achieved by maintaining homeostasis.
Mechanisms specific to the blood vessels
Measurement techniques
Health and disease
See heart disease
See also