BIOLOGY

Describe the Role of the Circulatory System in the Inflammatory Response

Describe the role of the circulatory system in the inflammatory response

Introduction

When a bacterial infection occurs in the body the immune system activates and tries eradicating it. The reaction of the immune system differs depending on the site and nature of infection. The tangible effect on inflammation is to increase the blood circulation. Vessels associated with the inflammation site dilate allowing more blood to the site. Blood cells squeeze amidst the cells which also includes the immune cells. The protein supply also boosts resulting in higher immune response. Body ...