Which of the following is the innermost layer of blood vessels?

A. Endothelial lining
B. Tunica interna
C. Tunica externa
D. Tunica media


b
Rationale: The tunica interna is the innermost layer of blood vessels. It includes the endothelial lining of the vessel and an underlying layer of connective tissues (elastic fibers).

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