The blood vessel which carries blood from the alimentary canal to the liver is the?

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A. hepatic artery
B. hepatic vein
C. hepatic portal vein
D. mesenteric artery

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Correct Answer: Option C

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The portal vein or hepatic portal vein (HPV) is a blood vessel that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, pancreas, and spleen to the liver.

This blood contains nutrients and toxins extracted from digested contents.

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Correct Answer: Option C

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