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Definition of Portal vein
1. Noun. A short vein that carries blood into the liver.
Exact synonyms: Hepatic Portal Vein, Portal, Vena Portae
Group relationships: Portal System
Generic synonyms: Vein, Vena, Venous Blood Vessel
Group relationships: Portal System
Generic synonyms: Vein, Vena, Venous Blood Vessel
Definition of Portal vein
1. Noun. (anatomy) A short, wide vein that carries blood to the liver from the organs of the digestive system. ¹
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