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UPSC 2006: What is the name of the vessel that delivers the nutrient-rich blood from the stomach and small intestine to the liver?
(a)Left hepatic artery
(b)Hepatic vein
(c)Right hepatic artery
(d)Hepatic portal vein
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Blood rich in nutrients absorbed from the stomach, small intestine (and other abdominal organs) reaches the liver through the hepatic portal vein. The hepatic and left/right hepatic arteries supply oxygenated blood, while the hepatic veins drain blood away from the liver, but they do not carry the nutrient-laden venous blood from the gut. Hence option (d) ‘hepatic portal vein’ is the correct choice. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/science/portal-vein?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (d): Hepatic portal vein. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2006, GS Paper 1, as Question 14. It falls under Science & Technology > Biology.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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