laminar vs turbulent flow

where is laminar flow the fastest?

in the center

where is laminar flow the slowest?

near the vessel wall

laminar flow in common in the ______

arteries

what is the appearance of laminar flow on the Doppler?

smooth

what are the 2 types of laminar flow?

plug and parabolic flow

plug flow =

all cells move at the same speed

parabolic flow =

fast centers and slow edges

plug flow is seen in ____ _____

large vessels (aorta)

what type of appearance does turbulent flow have?

messy and chaotic

where does turbulent flow happen?

branches, bends, and narrowings

turbulent flow =

blood speeds up too quickly causing sudden direction change

turbulent flow is commonly seen in areas of

bifurcation and diseases