Across
- 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
Down
- 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