Elastic artery

At higher magnification, the tunica media of an elastic artery demonstrates the wavy, elastic lamellae alternating with smooth muscle cells. These elastic lamellae absorb the pressure generated by the contraction of the ventricles of the heart. The pressure produced by the recoil of the lamellae facilitates the uniform movement of the blood through the arterial system. 1200x

At higher magnification, the tunica media of an elastic artery demonstrates the wavy, elastic lamellae alternating with smooth muscle cells. These elastic lamellae absorb the pressure generated by the contraction of the ventricles of the heart. The pressure produced by the recoil of the lamellae facilitates the uniform movement of the blood through the arterial system. 1200x