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Loop (anatomy)
A loop in anatomy refers to a curved or circular structure or part of the body. It can be found in various parts of the human body, including the digestive system, circulatory system, and nervous system.
Digestive System[edit]
In the digestive system, the term "loop" often refers to parts of the small intestine, specifically the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. These loops are responsible for the absorption of nutrients from food.
Circulatory System[edit]
In the circulatory system, loops refer to the circular paths that blood takes as it travels through the body. The cardiac cycle involves two main loops: the pulmonary circulation loop and the systemic circulation loop.
Nervous System[edit]
In the nervous system, loops can refer to the circular paths that nerve impulses take. An example of this is the neural loop, which is involved in the transmission of signals from the brain to the rest of the body.
