KROK 1 Stomatology 2014 – Question 27 · KROK (Dentistry)

A histological specimen represents a blood vessel. Its inner tunica is composed of endothelium, subendothelium and internal elastic lamina. The middle tunica is rich in smooth muscle cells. What vessel is characterized by these morphological features?

  1. A. Capillary
  2. B. Amuscular vein
  3. C. Muscular vein
  4. D. Elastic artery
  5. E. Muscular artery
Hint

Look for the vessel type that has a distinct internal elastic lamina and a tunica media dominated by smooth muscle rather than elastic membranes.

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