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The human body contains a ‘superhighway’ of blood vessels connecting its organs and tissues. Developmental biologist Shane Herbert explores the intricate vascular system that delivers blood, oxygen and nutrients to cells, and carries away waste products such as carbon dioxide — and explains what happens when it goes awry
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