Cardiovascular System

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-004241",
  "term": "Cardiovascular System",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The heart and the blood vessels by which blood is pumped and circulated through the body.\n\n2. Relating to the heart and the blood vessels or the circulation.\n\n3. The system that contains the heart and the blood vessels and moves blood throughout the body. This system helps tissues get enough oxygen and nutrients, and it helps them get rid of waste products. The lymph system, which connects with the blood system, is often considered part of the circulatory system.",
  "abbreviation": "CVS",
  "references": [
    "NIH Genetics Home Reference Glossary",
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus",
    "National Cancer Institute Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/cardiovascular-system/"
}