Systemic circulation

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Systemic circulation includes the aorta and all of its branches, which deliver oxygenated blood to all organs and tissues of the body, except the lungs (which are part of the pulmonary circulation pathway). The systemic circulation begins at the left ventricle and ends in the capillaries of the body. Therefore, option A is incorrect as it refers to the pulmonary circulation pathway. Option B is incorrect as the veins are also part of the systemic circulation. Option D is incorrect as it refers to the endpoint of systemic circulation in the capillaries of the toes instead of the entire body. Option E is incorrect as it includes the brain as well.

Systemic Circulation