Match the term with the best description.A. Simple squamous epithelium of capillariesB. Drain capillary networksC. Regulate blood flow into capillariesD. Do not have fenestraeE. Bypass capillary bedsPrecapillary sphincters

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: C

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