cardiovascular crossword

3. test uses X-rays to create detailed imaging
7. blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from heart
8. this test provides cross sectional images of the heart and blood vessels
9. this non-invasive test records the electrical activity of the heart
12. a root word meaning artery
14. this happens when the brain isn't getting oxygen or nutrients
15. this test involves injecting a dye into the coronary artery to visualise blood flow
16. a condition where plaque builds up inside the artery
19. a prefix meaning blood
20. central organ that pumps blood
21. blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood away from heart
22. a chronic condition where the ____ can’t pump blood properly

1. fluid connective tissue that circulates within the cardiovascular system
2. this occurs when muscle does not pump blood as well as it should
3. tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nutrients occurs
4. root word meaning vein
5. this occurs when the ____________ become narrowed or blocked
6. this is a chronic condition where the force of the blood is too much for artery walls
9. this test uses waves to create an image of the heart to see its chambers, walls, and valves.
10. a prefix meaning heart
11. occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked
13. a test that records the electrical activity of the heart
17. refers to an irregular heartbeat
18. force of ____ pushing against the walls of arteries
21. root word meaning blood