Meaning Of The Word Portal vein

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What's The Definition Of Portal vein?

portal vein in American English
noun: the large vein conveying blood to the liver from the veins of the stomach, intestine, spleen, and pancreas

portal vein in British English
noun: any vein connecting two capillary networks, esp in the liver ( hepatic portal vein)

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